What is Moxacin called in India?
Moxacin contains amoxicillin. In India the same medicine is sold as Novamox or Mox.
Medically reviewed by Javeria Muneer, Pharmacist · Last reviewed:
| Brand | Country | Active ingredient | Common strengths |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moxacin Pending verification | Australia | amoxicillin J01CA04 | 250 mg capsule, 500 mg capsule, 125 mg/5 mL suspension |
| Novamox Pending verification | India | amoxicillin J01CA04 | 250 mg capsule, 500 mg capsule, 125 mg/5 mL suspension |
| Mox Pending verification | India | amoxicillin J01CA04 | 250 mg capsule, 500 mg capsule, 125 mg/5 mL suspension |
Same active ingredient does not always mean the same strength, salt or release form. Check the pack and ask a local pharmacist.
Questions
What is Moxacin called in India?
Moxacin contains amoxicillin. In India the same medicine is sold as Novamox or Mox.
Is Novamox exactly the same as Moxacin?
Both contain amoxicillin (ATC J01CA04). Strength, salt, release form and inactive ingredients can differ, so compare the packs and ask a pharmacist.
What strengths of amoxicillin are common in India?
Common forms include 250 mg capsule, 500 mg capsule, 125 mg/5 mL suspension. Check the label, because local packs may differ from the one you have.
