Wymox 500 mg Capsule

Wymox 500 mg Capsule is a prescription antibiotic that contains 500 mg of amoxicillin in each capsule. It belongs to the penicillin class of antibiotics and is used to treat certain bacterial infections, not viral illnesses like colds or the flu. Wymox 500 mg Capsule is commonly prescribed for infections of the ear, nose, throat, chest, urinary tract, skin, and some dental infections when the bacteria are likely to respond to amoxicillin.

How it works: Amoxicillin works by stopping bacteria from building a strong cell wall, which causes the bacteria to die or stop multiplying. In capsule form, Wymox 500 mg Capsule delivers this antibiotic dose by mouth so it can be absorbed into the body and reach the infection site.

Wymox 500 mg Capsule is a higher-strength amoxicillin capsule that is often chosen when a doctor wants a fuller adult or adolescent dose in a simple swallowable form. Compared with lower-strength amoxicillin products, the 500 mg capsule can reduce the number of doses or capsules needed per dose, but it is still only appropriate when a clinician has decided this strength fits the infection and the patient.

• Ear infections
• Sinus infections
• Strep throat and other throat infections
• Chest infections such as bronchitis or pneumonia when appropriate
• Urinary tract infections
• Skin and soft tissue infections

• Swallow Wymox 500 mg Capsule whole with a full glass of water.
• Take it exactly at the times your prescriber tells you, and try to space doses evenly through the day.
• You may take this capsule with or without food; taking it with food can help reduce stomach upset.
• Do not open, crush, or chew the capsule unless your doctor or pharmacist specifically tells you to.
• Finish the full course even if you start feeling better, because stopping early can allow the infection to return.
• If you miss a dose, take it when you remember unless it is almost time for the next dose; do not double up.

Each Wymox 500 mg Capsule provides 500 mg of amoxicillin per dose unit. How often it is taken depends on the infection, your age, kidney function, and your doctor’s prescription; it may be taken multiple times per day, but the exact schedule and maximum daily amount are decided by the prescriber. Do not use a different dosing schedule just because this is a 500 mg capsule, since this strength is meant to fit a specific treatment plan.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Amoxicillin may include:

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Mild stomach pain
• Vomiting
• Rash
• Headache
• Yeast infection or oral thrush

• Do not take Wymox 500 mg Capsule if you have a known penicillin allergy unless a clinician has specifically evaluated you.
• Tell your doctor if you have had allergic reactions to cephalosporin antibiotics before starting this strength.
• Use extra caution if you have kidney disease, because higher exposure can occur and dose changes may be needed.
• This capsule may not be the best fit for people who cannot swallow capsules whole.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking anticoagulants such as warfarin.
• Alcohol does not directly block amoxicillin, but heavy drinking can worsen stomach upset and recovery.
• Seek medical advice if symptoms do not improve, because an infection that is not bacterial will not respond to this antibiotic.

• Allopurinol may increase the chance of rash with amoxicillin.
• Warfarin and other blood thinners may have altered effects and may need monitoring.
• Probenecid can raise amoxicillin levels in the body.
• Methotrexate levels may increase and side effects may worsen.
• Oral typhoid vaccine may work less well while taking antibiotics.

Store Wymox 500 mg Capsule in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from excess heat, moisture, and light, and keep it out of reach of children.