Amoxicillin is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections such as
It is also combined with clarithromycin to treat stomach ulcers caused by Helicobacter pylori infection, sometimes alongside Lansoprazole to reduce stomach acid.
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Get A Second OpinionAmoxicillin's rare side effects can go away if your body gets used to the medication. For guidance on reducing or preventing side effects, speak with a doctor
These side effects, experienced by about 10% of users, usually resolve with continued medication. Consult your doctor if they persist or worsen.
Serious side effects are rare. Call for medical attention immediately if you get:
Some of these serious side effects can happen up to 2 months after finishing the amoxicillin medication course prescribed by a doctor.
About 1 out of 15 people experience an allergic reaction to amoxicillin. In many cases, the allergic reaction is mild and can take the form of:
Some medications are not well combined with amoxicillin. Consult a doctor before taking amoxicillin medicine with other medications:
There are no known issues with the use of herbal remedies and supplements along with amoxicillin.
Dosage is taken as directed by the physician. Dosing Recommendations for Adults and children > 3 Months.
| Infection | Severity | Usual Adult Dose | Usual Dose for Children > 3 Months |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ear / Nose / Throat Skin / Skin Structure Genitourinary Tract | Mild / Moderate | 500 mg every 12 hours or 250 mg every 8 hours | 20 mg per kg per day in divided doses every 8 hours |
| Ear / Nose / Throat Skin / Skin Structure Genitourinary Tract | Severe | 875 mg every 12 hours or 500 mg every 8 hours | 45 mg per kg per day in divided doses every 12 hours |
| Lower Respiratory Tract | Mild / Moderate or Severe | 875 mg every 12 hours or 500 mg every 8 hours | 40 mg per kg per day in divided doses every 8 hours |
Avoid overdosing on medication for faster recovery, as it can lead to liver damage. If you overdose, seek emergency medical attention. Symptoms of overdose of medication may include the following:
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Skip it if it's almost time for the next dose. Don’t double the medication to make up for the missed one.
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NOTE: These side effects may vary from one to one.
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Amoxicillin is an antibiotic drug. It is used to treat bacterial infections, such as pneumonia, dental abscesses, and urinary tract infections. It is used in children frequently to treat otitis and thoracic infections.
These are some side effects of Amoxicillin:
In most cases, this is not a serious medical condition. A common side effect of amoxicillin is stomach discomfort. Less common symptoms are stomach pain and vomiting. Taking amoxicillin with food can help to prevent this side effect.
The two medicines are used to treat bacterial infections in adults and children. Azithromycin is in the macrolide category, whereas amoxicillin is in the penicillin category.
Yes, Amoxicillin is generally prescribed for common lower respiratory tract infections like cough and bronchitis.
No interaction was found in amoxicillin and azithromycin combination. This doesn’t mean there will not be any interaction by taking this combination. Anyways, consult your doctor before taking this combination.
Yes, amoxicillin treats pelvic inflammatory disease. Amoxicillin compared with a combination of aminopenicillin, aminoglycoside, and metronidazole is used to treat pelvic inflammatory disease.
Yes, Amoxicillin is used to treat fever, but it depends on what is causing the fever? If fever is caused by a bacterial infection and not by a virus. The bacteria you are infected with are sensitive to amoxicillin. Then it would probably clear up your fever as it killed off bacteria from the system. It is not like aspirin or acetaminophen, though it just lowers the fever.
No interaction was found in amoxicillin and doxycycline combination. This doesn’t mean there will not be any interaction by taking this combination. Anyways, consult your doctor before taking this combination.
Amoxicillin does not treat viral infections like colds and flu. Do not share this medication with anyone else, even if they experience the same symptoms as you.
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