Intaclox D Capsules

Intaclox D capsule is an antibiotic medicine containing a combination of ampicillin and dicloxacillin as its active ingredients. It is used to treat bacterial infections of the lungs, throat, airways, skin, soft tissues, bones, ears, noses, and wounds after surgery caused by various organisms. This medicine acts by inhibiting the growth of bacteria, thereby killing the infection-causing bacteria.

Take Intaclox D capsule as prescribed by your doctor for the recommended duration, as any missed or skipped dose can lead to treatment failure and a recurrence of the infection. Inform your doctor about your past medical and medication history before initiating treatment with this medicine.

Dosage

Overdose

• The overdose of Intaclox D capsule may cause serious kidney failure if you have existing kidney problems. Symptoms of overdose are nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.
• If you think you have taken too many doses of the medicine than prescribed, inform your doctor immediately or reach the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed or have forgotten to take a single dose of Intaclox D capsule, take it as soon as you remember. But if it is time for your next dose, skip the forgotten dose and continue with a regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of the medicine to compensate for a missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Intaclox D capsule inhibits the formation of the outer membrane of bacteria and thereby kills the bacteria responsible for the infection.

Directions for Use

Intaclox D capsule should be taken as a whole with a glass of water at a fixed time to gain optimal benefit. It should not be broken, crushed or chewed.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Intaclox D capsule during pregnancy?

The effect of Intaclox D capsule in pregnant women is not clearly known. However, it should be used only if prescribed by your doctor after considering it to be essential and safe. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Intaclox D capsule while breastfeeding?

Intaclox D capsule passes into breast milk and can cause side effects like diarrhoea and fungal infection of the baby's mouth. Therefore, it is advised not to breastfeed while taking this medicine.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Intaclox D capsule?

Intaclox D capsule does not alter the ability to drive.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Intaclox D capsule?

Consuming alcohol may exaggerate such symptoms related to the stomach, like nausea and vomiting. Avoid drinking when you are taking Intaclox D capsule.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have a history of allergy to penicillins.
• You experience serious allergic reactions and skin rashes after taking this medicine.
• You are having watery diarrhoea or severe stomach pain, immediately stop this medicine.
• You develop other infections while taking this medicine.
• You have existing kidney problems.
• You should not give Intaclox D capsule to newborn babies suffering from jaundice.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to ampicillin, dicloxacillin or any of the ingredients of Intaclox D capsule.
• If you are allergic to similar antibiotics like cefixime, cefpodoxime, or amoxicillin.
• Intaclox D capsule should never be used for eye infections, and eye contact should be avoided.

Side effects

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Skin itching
• Skin rashes

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way the Intaclox D capsule works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbal products you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interactions.
• Especially/In particular, if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for the brain-related disorder.

Storage and disposal

• Store in a dry place at a temperature of 25 °C or below.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

For how long do I need to take Intaclox D capsule?

You are supposed to take the prescribed dosage as directed by your physician. If you skip the dose or do not complete the course, it may cause resistance and decrease the effectiveness of immediate treatment.

Can I take Intaclox D capsule for cold and flu as well?

No, you cannot take Intaclox D capsulefor treating colds and flu. This is specific for treating bacterial infections, while cold and flu are caused by viruses. Therefore, taking this medicine in such conditions may lead to the development of antibiotic resistance.

Why should I take Intaclox D capsule with food?

Intaclox D capsule should be taken with food to avoid stomach upset. Also, it enhances the absorption of the medicine. Thereby, consuming this medicine on an empty stomach can result in stomach upset.