Is Amoxicillin Effective For Common Cold

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I have stuffed sinus .. cough and are tired/weak. I have amox/K Clav 500-125 .. would it be helpful towards these symptoms?? How many pre day should I take? ## Amoxicillin is a antibotic.It is used to treat bacterial infections. A cold is a viral infection, so it would do no good. ## @Becky Burnside, BL is correct, the Amoxicillin will not be effective for the cold. If I can recommend anything, it would be to intake as many fruits/vegetables as possible (especially citrus fruits due to their high vitamin C content!). Also, water with real lemon juice is a really easy way to build your immune system and should definitely help to fight off the cold sooner. I've read that it's most beneficial to drink the amount of water (in ounces) that is equal to half of your body weight. For ex...

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Can I take this for a common sinus cold? ## Amoxicillin with Clavulanic Acid, the active ingredients in Augmentin, is an antibiotic and no, it is not effective against the virus that causes the common cold. Is there anything else I can help with?

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is this good for a common head cold and or sinus infection? ## Gimiclav contains the active ingredients Amoxicillin and Clavulanic Acid, it is an antibiotic and, as such, is only helpful at treating infections. Thus, it can be used for a sinus infection, however, it has no effectiveness against the common cold, since that is caused by a virus. If you use it improperly, you also run the risk of developing antibiotic resistant bacteria. Do you have any other questions? ## Can you please tell me if this gimaclav is drug free? I'm a truck driver and get U/A's often.

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is it suitable for cold or flu ## Clavam contains the active ingredients Amoxicillin and Clavulanic Acid, so not, it is an antibiotic that is used to treat infections and will not be effective against the viruses that cause a cold or flu. It can cause some side effects, such as: nausea, drowsiness, skin rash and diarrhea. Learn more: (The link is under the trade name it is commonly prescribed under in the U.S.) Are there any questions or comments?

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can this be used for flu symptoms? ## Betamox contains Amoxicillin, this is an antibiotic and as such, it is ONLY effect against infections. It is NOT effect against viruses, such as those that cause the flu or a cold. In addition, if you use it for such, it could result in antibiotic resistant bacteria. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, skin rash and diarrhea. Read more: What has your doctor suggested? ## Is Betamox 500mg safe for use during pregnancy? ## I'm trying to get pregnant and my doctor recommended I take betamox 500mg. How effective is it?

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I was prescribed Amox TR-K CLV 875-125 MG Tab from my doctor, however I still feel the symptoms of the cold. I've also read that Amox does not cure the common cold. Can I take nyquil with the prescribed drug to make these symptoms go away? ## That is correct, Amoxicillin with Clavulanic Acid, a generic for Augmentin, is an antibiotic and is not effective at treating a cold, since colds are caused by a virus. However, many colds do lead to infections, since they can reduce your immunity and some people end up with ear or throat infections. Your doctor may have prescribed it to treat or prevent those, if you've been prone to getting them before. Learn more Augmentin details here. As to taking Nyquil with it, I didn't find any interactions or problems listed between the two, bu...

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Very large white antibiotic..I am on 875mg ## Basically, amoxicillin mixed with clav-something acid which just enhances the effect of amoxicillan, an antibiotic. Used for chest/skin/ear/throat infections.. ## Was given for severe swollen, kissing tonsils, with an absys on one, closed airway, swollen lymph nodes in neck, and accompanied by four day fever. two days on it and so far, feeling a bit better. ## The other ingredient is Clavulanic Acid, this is a generic for Augmentin. The Clavulanic Acid helps to prevent the growth of bacteria, while the Amoxicillin fights the infection that is already there. ## I have the flu or common cold....I have abottle cephalexin 500mg. The expiration date is 1/14/05. Will they be effective? ## Im on the 500mg and boy do they do some damage to you. they...

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