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Amoxicillin
(a mox i sil' in)
Brand Name: Amoxicillin, Amoxil; Biomox; Polymox; Trimox; Wymox
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Amoxicillin Antibiotics & Drug Information
Amoxicillin is a penicillin-like antibiotic used to treat certain infections caused by bacteria, such as pneumonia; bronchitis; venereal disease (VD); and ear, lung, nose, urinary tract, and skin infections. It also is used before some surgery or dental work to prevent infection. Antibiotics will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.
Amoxicillin is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
What side effects can Amoxicillin Antibiotics cause?
Although side effects from amoxicillin are not common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
- upset stomach
- diarrhea
- vomiting
- mild skin rash
If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:
- severe skin rash
- itching
- hives
- difficulty breathing or swallowing
- wheezing
- vaginal infection
How should Amoxicillin antibiotics be used?
Amoxicillin comes as a capsule, chewable tablet, liquid, and pediatric drop to take by mouth. It is usually taken every 8 hours (three times a day). Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take amoxicillin exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.
Shake the liquid and pediatric drops well before each use to mix the medication evenly. Use the bottle dropper to measure the dose of pediatric drops. The pediatric drops and liquid may be placed on a child's tongue or added to formula, milk, fruit juice, water, ginger ale, or other cold liquid and taken immediately.
The tablets should be crushed or chewed thoroughly before they are swallowed. The capsules should be swallowed whole and taken with a full glass of water.
Continue to take amoxicillin even if you feel well. Do not stop taking amoxicillin without talking to your doctor.
Other uses for Amoxicillin Antibiotics:
Amoxicillin also is used occasionally to treat a chlamydia infection during pregnancy. Talk with your doctor about the possible risks of using this drug for your condition.
What special precautions should I take when I buy Amoxicillin Antibiotics Online?
Before taking amoxicillin,
- tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to amoxicillin, penicillin, or any other drugs.
- tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, especially other antibiotics, allopurinol (Lopurin), anticoagulants ('blood thinners') such as warfarin (Coumadin), oral contraceptives, probenecid (Benemid), and vitamins.
- tell your doctor if you have or have ever had kidney or liver disease, allergies, asthma, blood disease, colitis, stomach problems, or hay fever.
- tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking amoxicillin, call your doctor.
- if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking amoxicillin.
Are there any dietary instructions when taking Amoxicillin Antibiotics?
Amoxicillin may cause an upset stomach. Take with food or milk.
What should I do if I buy Amoxicillin Antibiotics and forget a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
Where and how should I store Amoxicillin?
Keep Amoxicillin in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store the capsules and tablets at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Keep the liquid medication in the refrigerator, tightly closed, and throw away any unused medication after 14 days. Do not freeze. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.
In case of emergency/overdose
In case of overdose, call your local poison control left at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
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