MOXYCOT-CL LB

Prescription antibiotic

The medicine shown is Moxycot-CL LB, a combination of Amoxicillin, Cloxacillin and Lactobacillus, marketed by Lastman. It contains two penicillin-family antibiotics and a probiotic.

1. Product details

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Detail

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Information

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Brand

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Moxycot-CL LB

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Composition

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Amoxicillin + Cloxacillin + Lactobacillus

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Dosage form

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Capsules

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Manufacturer/marketer shown

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Lastman

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Packaging

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10 × 10 capsules (100 capsules per box)

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MRP shown

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₹150 per strip

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Prescription

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Required

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The exact strengths of the ingredients are not visible on the front of the packaging. Check the back of the strip or carton for the composition in milligrams and the Lactobacillus quantity.

2. What is it used for?

This combination may be prescribed for certain susceptible bacterial infections, depending on the organism and the patient's medical condition.

• Amoxicillin: A penicillin antibiotic that interferes with bacterial cell-wall formation.

• Cloxacillin: A penicillin antibiotic designed to resist breakdown by certain bacterial enzymes, particularly those produced by susceptible staphylococci.

• Lactobacillus: A probiotic intended to help maintain intestinal bacterial balance during antibiotic treatment.

Possible clinical uses of the antibiotic components include selected skin and soft-tissue infections, respiratory infections and other susceptible bacterial infections. However, the combination is not automatically appropriate for every infection, and its suitability depends on the diagnosis.

3. How does it work?

Amoxicillin + Cloxacillin

Both antibiotics interfere with bacterial cell-wall synthesis, which can kill susceptible bacteria.

Lactobacillus

Helps replenish beneficial intestinal microorganisms. It may reduce some antibiotic-associated gastrointestinal symptoms, although benefits depend on the probiotic strain and dose.

4. How should it be taken?

Take this medicine only at the dose and frequency prescribed by your doctor. The correct schedule depends on the ingredient strengths, type of infection, kidney function and other individual factors.

Swallow the capsule with water. Food instructions should be checked against the exact formulation, because cloxacillin absorption can be affected by meals. Do not discontinue or extend treatment without medical advice.

5. Possible side effects

Common side effects of these antibiotics include nausea, vomiting, loose stools, abdominal discomfort and skin rash.

Seek urgent medical care if you experience:

• Difficulty breathing or swelling of the face, lips or throat.

• A severe blistering or peeling rash.

• Severe or persistent watery diarrhea, particularly with fever or blood.

Tell your prescriber if you have a history of penicillin allergy, kidney or liver disease, or if you take other medicines such as warfarin or methotrexate.

6. Important precautions

This medicine treats susceptible bacterial infections, not viral illnesses such as the common cold or influenza. Unnecessary antibiotic use increases the risk of antimicrobial resistance.

The Lactobacillus component does not guarantee prevention of antibiotic-associated diarrhea. People who are severely immunocompromised or critically ill should discuss probiotic use with their treating clinician.

7. Packaging and price

MRP per strip, as printed on the supplied image

10 capsules per strip; 10 strips per box.

At the displayed MRP, the price works out to ₹15 per capsule and ₹1,500 for a full box of 100 capsules, assuming each strip contains 10 capsules.

Note: The image establishes the product name, listed ingredients, packaging and displayed price, but not the exact strengths, approved indications or dosing instructions. Those should be verified on the reverse packaging or prescribing information before use.