Amoxicillin Price in Bangladesh

Amoxicillin is the antibiotic doctors reach for first in many common bacterial infections, especially in children: middle-ear infections, strep throat, pneumonia and sinusitis. This shelf carries amoxicillin capsules, syrups and injections, and amoxicillin with clavulanic acid, often called co-amoxiclav, which covers bacteria that resist amoxicillin alone. It also holds ampicillin. Like all antibiotics, amoxicillin does nothing for colds and viral fever, which are the commonest reasons it is misused.

Broad Spectrum Penicillins sits under Anti-Bacterial.

Amoxicillin or Co-Amoxiclav

Medicine	Often used for	Notes
Amoxicillin	Ear, throat and chest infections; part of H. pylori treatment	With or without food
Amoxicillin with clavulanic acid	Sinusitis, bites, dental abscesses, resistant infections	Take at the start of a meal
Ampicillin	Mostly hospital injections	Specialist use

The First Choice for Children

For a child with a bacterial ear infection or pneumonia, amoxicillin syrup is usually the first antibiotic doctors choose because it is effective, well tested and gentle. Dosing depends on weight, so give exactly what the prescription states with the measuring cup or syringe, and continue for the full number of days even when the fever settles early. Ear pain usually eases within two or three days of starting.

Why Clavulanic Acid Is Added

Some bacteria produce an enzyme that destroys amoxicillin. Clavulanic acid blocks it, extending the range of infections covered: sinusitis that has not settled, infected animal or human bites, dental infections and some urinary infections. The trade-off is more stomach upset and loose stools, so co-amoxiclav is chosen when it is needed rather than as a routine upgrade.

A Rash Is Not Always Allergy

A blotchy, non-itchy rash appearing several days into a course is common, especially in children with viral illnesses such as glandular fever, and is not always a true allergy. Hives, swelling of the lips or face, or wheezing, especially soon after a dose, do suggest allergy and need urgent care. Ask a doctor to judge any rash before labelling it penicillin allergy for life.

Diarrhoea and Thrush

• Loose stools — common, especially with co-amoxiclav; keep up fluids.
• Severe or bloody diarrhoea — stop and see a doctor.
• Thrush in the mouth or vagina — can follow a course.
• Nappy rash in babies — may be candida after antibiotics.

Colds Do Not Need Amoxicillin

Runny nose, cough and fever from viruses clear on their own in about a week. Taking amoxicillin for them adds side effects and speeds up resistance, making it less useful when a real infection comes. Signs that bacteria may be involved, such as ear pain with high fever or fast breathing in a child, are for a doctor to assess.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Amoxicillin is one of the antibiotics most often used in pregnancy and breastfeeding when an infection needs treatment. Co-amoxiclav is generally avoided near delivery in certain situations, so tell the doctor you are pregnant. Small amounts pass into breast milk; watch the baby for loose stools or thrush.

Storing the Syrup

Mix powder for suspension with boiled, cooled water up to the line, in two parts, shaking between. Most mixed co-amoxiclav suspensions should be kept in the fridge and discarded after about a week; amoxicillin suspensions vary, so read the label. Shake well before each dose.

Amoxicillin Price in Bangladesh

Amoxicillin capsules and syrups from local manufacturers are among the least expensive antibiotics; co-amoxiclav tablets and suspensions cost more, and injections more again.

Co-amoxiclav packs show the combined strength of both ingredients, and the clavulanic acid part differs between strengths, so two tablets of a lower strength are not always the same as one of a higher one. Penicillin V for strep throat and rheumatic fever is on Benzylpenicillin & Phenoxymethyl Penicillin, and flucloxacillin on Penicillinase-Resistant Penicillins.

Before You Order

• Use it only for a diagnosed bacterial infection.
• Check plain amoxicillin or co-amoxiclav on the prescription.
• Dose children’s syrup by weight exactly.
• Mention any previous penicillin reaction.
• Finish the full course.

Manufacturers Stocked Here

Makers of amoxicillin and co-amoxiclav listed on Arogga:

• Square Pharmaceuticals PLC. — Moxacil, Moxaclav
• ACI Limited — Avlomox, Avloclav
• Renata Limited — Bactamox, Clavoxil
• Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd. — Tyclav
• Opsonin Pharma Limited — Moxin, Clamox

Popular Product Examples

Capsules, tablets and a suspension:

• Moxacil 500 Capsule
• Avlomox 500 Capsule
• Avloclav 625 Tablet
• Tyclav Powder for Suspension

Frequently Asked Questions

What is amoxicillin used for?

Ear, throat, chest and some urinary infections, on prescription.

Is amoxicillin a penicillin?

Yes; avoid it if you are allergic to penicillin.

What is co-amoxiclav?

Amoxicillin with clavulanic acid, for resistant bacteria.

Should it be taken with food?

Amoxicillin either way; co-amoxiclav at the start of a meal.

Is amoxicillin safe in pregnancy?

It is commonly used in pregnancy when needed.

Why does my child have a rash?

It may or may not be allergy; ask a doctor to check.