Amoxicillin, Clarithromycin, And Omeprazole (Omeclamox-Pak)
Amoxicillin and clarithromycin are antibiotic that fight bacteria in the body. Omeprazole decreases the amount of acid produced in the stomach.
Amoxicillin, clarithromycin, and omeprazole(Omeclamox-Pak)is a combination medicine used to prevent stomach ulcer caused by infection with Helicobacter pylori (H. pylori).
Amoxicillin, clarithromycin, and omeprazole may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
uses
What isAmoxicillin, Clarithromycin, And Omeprazole (Omeclamox-Pak)used for?
- Duodenal Ulcer
- Helicobacter pylori Infection
warnings
What is the most important information I should know aboutAmoxicillin, Clarithromycin, And Omeprazole (Omeclamox-Pak)?
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to amoxicillin (Amoxil), clarithromycin (Biaxin), or omeprazole (Prevacid), or if:
- you are allergic to azithromycin (Zithromax, Z-Pak), erythromycin, or telithromycin;
- you are allergic to albendazole or mebendazole;
- you have had a severe allergic reaction to a penicillin antibiotic, including ampicillin, Augmentin, Principen, Timentin, Trimox, and others; or
- you have had a severe allergic reaction to a cephalosporin antibiotic such as cefdinir, cefprozil, cefuroxime, cephalexin, Duricef, Omnicef, Cefzil, Keflex, Spectracef, and others.
Some drugs should not be used with Omeclamox-Pak.Taking any of the following medicines together with amoxicillin, clarithromycin, and omeprazole can cause a life-threatening side effect on your heart:
- ergotamine;
- dihydroergotamine; or
- pimozide.
Tell your doctor if you have ever had:
- liver disease;
- kidney disease;
- allergies;
- myasthenia gravis;
You may be more likely to have a broken bone while taking this medicine long term or more than once per day.Talk with your doctor about ways to keep your bones healthy.
May harm an unborn baby.Use birth control and tell your doctor if you become pregnant.
Amoxicillin can make birth control pills less effective. Ask your doctor about other birth control options such as an injection, implant, skin patch, vaginal ring, condom, diaphragm, cervical cap, or contraceptive sponge.
Do not breastfeed while using this medicine.If you use a breast pump during this time, throw out the milk and do not feed it to your baby.
Not approved for use by anyone younger than 18 years old.
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Side Effects
What are the side effects ofAmoxicillin, Clarithromycin, And Omeprazole (Omeclamox-Pak)?
Get emergency medical help if you havesigns of an allergic reaction(hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat)or a severe skin reaction(fever, sore throat, burning eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash with blistering and peeling).
马上打电话给你的医生如果你有:
- severe stomach pain, diarrhea that is watery or bloody (even if it occurs months after your last dose);
- fast or pounding heartbeats, fluttering in your chest, shortness of breath, and sudden dizziness (like you might pass out);
- liver problems--upper stomach pain, itching, loss of appetite, dark urine, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
- kidney problems--nausea, loss of appetite, not feeling well, fever, rash, painful urination, pain in your side or lower back;
- new or worsening symptoms of lupus--joint pain, and a skin rash on your cheeks or arms that worsens in sunlight; or
- signs of new infection发烧,咳嗽,疲劳,呼吸困难,疼痛s or white patches in your mouth or throat, stomach pain, vomiting, neck pain, sensitivity to light.
Serious side effects may be more likely in older adults.
Taking amoxicillin, clarithromycin, and omeprazole long-term may cause you to develop stomach growths called fundic gland polyps. Talk with your doctor about this risk.
Common side effects may include:
- diarrhea;
- headache; or
- unusual or unpleasant taste in your mouth.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Can I takeAmoxicillin, Clarithromycin, And Omeprazole (Omeclamox-Pak)if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
May harm an unborn baby.Use birth control and tell your doctor if you become pregnant.
Amoxicillin can make birth control pills less effective. Ask your doctor about other birth control options such as an injection, implant, skin patch, vaginal ring, condom, diaphragm, cervical cap, or contraceptive sponge.
Do not breastfeed while using this medicine.If you use a breast pump during this time, throw out the milk and do not feed it to your baby.
Interactions
What drugs and food should I avoid while takingAmoxicillin, Clarithromycin, And Omeprazole (Omeclamox-Pak)?
Antibiotic medicines can cause diarrhea.Tell your doctor if you have diarrhea that is watery or bloody.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to takeAmoxicillin, Clarithromycin, And Omeprazole (Omeclamox-Pak)?
UseAmoxicillin, Clarithromycin, And Omeprazole (Omeclamox-Pak)exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.
Each dose of this combination medication contains 4 pills (3 capsules and 1 tablet). Take all 4 pills twice daily before you eat, unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
Swallow each pill whole and do not crush, chew, break, or open it.
Keep using this medicine even if your symptoms quickly improve. Skipping doses could make your infection resistant to medication. Omeclamox-Pak will not treat a viral infection (flu or a common cold).
This medicine can affect the results of certain medical tests. Tell any doctor who treats you that you are using Omeclamox-Pak.
Store at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and light.
Take the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose.Do nottake two doses at one time.