The dangers of amoxicillin in pregnant women

Amoxicillin capsules are used to kill or inhibit bacteria during reproduction. It mainly targets penicillinase on bacteria, and achieves the purpose of antibacterial by destroying the plant cells of bacteria. So, does amoxicillin capsule have any effect on the fetus? Can pregnant women eat it? What are the harms of amoxicillin capsules to pregnant women?

Animal reproduction experiments showed that amoxicillin capsules, 10 times the amount used by humans, did not affect the fertility and fetuses of rats and mice. However, there is still a lack of sufficient comparative scientific research in humans. Since animal reproduction experiments cannot fully predict physical reactions, pregnant women should use this product only when it is definitely necessary. Because a small amount of amoxicillin capsules can be metabolized in breast milk, it may cause allergies in the baby after the breastfeeding mother takes it.

Amoxicillin capsules are penicillin capsules. It is suitable for the following infections caused by sensitive bacteria (strains that do not produce β-lactamase), such as otitis media, sinusitis, pharyngitis, tonsillitis and other respiratory tract infections caused by hemolytic streptococci, pneumococci, staphylococci or Haemophilus influenzae. Urogenital tract infections caused by Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis, or Enterococcus faecalis. Skin and soft tissue infections. Subacute bronchitis, pneumonia and other lower respiratory tract infections. Subacute simple gonorrhea. Amoxicillin capsules can also be used to treat typhoid fever, typhoid carriers and Neisseria meningitidis; Amoxicillin capsules can also be used in combination with clarithromycin and lansoprazole to completely eliminate Helicobacter pylori in the stomach and duodenum and reduce the recurrence of gastrointestinal ulcers.

Authoritative experts remind you to pay attention to the following when taking amoxicillin capsules:

1. Amoxicillin capsules are only used for moderate to severe infections. It is best to take it after meals to relieve digestive tract reactions.

2. Amoxicillin capsules are very susceptible to hydrolysis reaction, and the β-lactam ring in the solution is easily cracked. The hydrolysis reaction rate accelerates with rising temperature. Therefore, the injection solution should be prepared freshly and should not be stored for a long time after preparation.

3. Amoxicillin capsules are incompatible with aminoglycosides (such as penicillin, kanamycin), ciprofloxacin, pefloxacin and other drugs. They cannot be placed in the same container when used together.