What Is Amoxicillin

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Amoxicillin is an antibiotic used to treat a number of bacterial infections.[3] These include middle ear infection, strep throat, pneumonia, skin infections, and urinary tract infections among others.[3] It is taken by mouth, or less commonly by injection.[3][4] Common adverse effects include nausea and rash.[3] It may also increase the risk of yeast infections and, when used in combination with clavulanic acid, d...

My name is Ayaz from pak kpk nowshera so co-amoxicillin is,available in markeet ## This is an antibiotic that is used to treat or prevent bacterial infections. The NIH lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash, and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help you with?

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Can an infected tatoo be treated with amoxicillin ## Hi sunny, To answer your question, Amoxicillin can be used to treat "certain" skin infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria. However I'd still recommend having it checked out by a doctor to make sure that you're using the most appropriate treatment option at the correct dosage and duration. You can learn more about this drug on the page for Amoxicillin Details I hope this helps!

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what is the shelf life of amoxicillin 45 ## These contain 500mgs of Amoxicillin and, if they have been dispensed in a pharmacy bottle, then the normal shelf life is 1 year from when you had it filled. After that year, they start to lose effectiveness. If they are in the original factory sealed container, their shelf life may be longer. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Could you please provide a citation that shows there is a minimum of one year of shelf life after the prescription is filled?

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I have a tooth ache (wisdom tooth) possible infection on mandibular left quadrant. I got amoxicillin 500 GG849. Just wondering if it's safe to take. The capsule is a orangey tanish color. Pls help ## Dear Jane, did u just get the prescription, or was it an old one? If it was an old one, u need 2 check the expiration date on it. Also, if it's an old one, u should call a dentist, b cause, u need 2 b on antibiotics 4 a certain amount of time 4 them 2 work. U will need a new prescription, if it's an older one. If it's just been prescribed, your Dr and pharmacist know if u r on any other scripts and what is safe 4 u. ## Hello, Jane! Sorry about your toothache. And than you, Cats68 for the information you've provided. Additionally, I'd like to add that while an antibio...

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Have copd and shortness of breath. Dr called in this med for me. Have taken 3 pills and no improvement. Is that just too soon. I feel like I either have a mucus plug or exasperated. Not sure. Just need fast relief. ## Hello, Sandra! How are you feeling? To know if an antibiotic is working, you shouldn't see any worsening of your condition after taking it for 24 hours and improvement should start after being on it for 3 days, so yes, that's a little to soon to expect a change. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Learn more Amoxicillin details here. Is there anything else I can help with? ## How long can amoxicillin be left out of fridge and still be ok to take?it has never been put in the refrigerator.

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I took two doses of Amoxicillin and have little red bumps and a tingly feeling all over my body. What can I take to counteract it? ## There is a risk that you might be experiencing an allergic reaction, according to NIH warnings, so it would be best to consult your doctor, you may need to switch to a different medication. Other symptoms of an allergic reaction may include body swelling, extreme dizziness, and trouble breathing. Did you experience any other symptoms? How are you doing, now? ## I've taken Amoxicillin before and never really had a problem but after taking one pill my face and neck are red and my skin is warm to the touch. Is this a side effect? And if so how long will it take to subside? ## Hi I am much vary greatful for that because are education us the important of d...

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what are amoxicillin caps used for ## Amoxicillin is an antibiotic, it is used to treat or prevent many types of infections. Common side effects may include: nausea, drowsiness, skin rash and diarrhea. Read more: Are there any questions or comments? ## can you use alphamox 500 for cystitis

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since i am allergic to pencilin, before i start a course of amoxicillin, i want to know is amoxicillin a pencilin. ## Yes it is a pencilin. ## They are in the same antibiotic family, most people that are allergic to Penicillin don't end up having a problem with Amoxicillin, but it's usually wisest not to risk and to just go with a different class of antibiotic. Learn more antibiotic details here. There is more information at the above link on what else you can try. What are you taking it for?

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I have had a bone spur pulled in my mouth,I was given Amoxicillin but my pharmacy is closed. ## Hello, Cheri! How are you? Ampicillin is another antibiotic that is related to Amoxicillin. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-ballergic skin rash and diarrhea. However, it would be best to take the one that has been prescribed for you. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have been suffer from typhoid TH1:1280 AH 1: 320.....then I use orecef 2 gm bd dose 3days & daily dose 7 days. After 3 months I done blood C/S the result cougulase negative staphylo coccus . Amoxcill was sensitive dr advice 1gm bd 10 days.what can I do now? ## Hello, Akhi! How are you? Are you taking the Amoxicillin? If it's sensitive to it, then it should help eradicate the bacteria. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea.

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Have oral Amoxicillin that was my son's. Can I take it. ## HI, Annette! How are you? Why do you want to take it? You really didn't provide enough details for anyone to be able to answer your question and there are several issues at play. Has the presence of an infection been confirmed by your doctor? Because Amoxicillin is an antibiotic that will only treat bacterial infections. Learn more Amoxicillin details here. Additionally, if it's what's leftover from your son's prescription, you may not have enough to complete a full course of treatment, which creates the risk of your developing antibiotic resistance bacteria. That's why you're always supposed to finish all of the antibiotic that you've been prescribed, to ensure that the bacteria is fully eradicat...

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I have a prescription for amoxicillin 875 mg twice a day for uti.. It upsets my stomach a bit so I wondered if I can break them in half and take them 4 times a day. Maybe it will help with my stomach irritation. ## Hello, Sixcharm! How are you? No, it would be best to take them as prescribed, but you can try taking them with a meal, rather than on an empty stomach. Just avoid dairy foods, which can sometimes affect the absorption of some medications. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have a brand new prescription of teva-amoxicillin. I had a gum infection - within two pills the pain was gone and I have this bottle full.. I now have a temperature with which I believe is due to a chest infection. Will this medication help? ## Amoxicillin is an antibiotic, which can be used to treat many different type of infections. However, you should finish the full course of the medication, as prescribed, even if you start to feel better, before you have finished. The pain may have went away, but that doesn't necessarily mean that the infection cleared up. Thus, you could be sick now, because it was never fully treated and has now spread to other parts of your body. In addition, only taking part of the prescription for an antibiotic creates the very real risk of developing an...

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The capsule is yellow and brown with the numbers RX655 Is this Amoxicillin 500mg ## Yes, the pill you described is Amoxicillin (500 mg). If you require further information regarding this pill, then please follow the link below... please post back if you have any more questions or concerns, and I will be happy to help you. ## does amoxicillin 500mg capsule look like: half pink, half navy - wirh A45 on it? thx ## Hi Ramin, Yes, there is also a (500 mg) blue and pink Amoxicillin capsule-shaped pill with the description you provided. Its manufacturer/distributer is Aurobinda Pharma. ## Is there a tablet with the text M-500, dark green on one side and something that looks like very light blue on the other side? ## Previous comment: Is this Amoxcillin 500mg? ## pill has 66 N6 or GG N6 is this...

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I see both nyquil and amoxicillin have acetaminophen. I take amoxicillin once daily for hip pain. I have very bad cold and need a Nyquil. Can I take it. Usual dose on package says adult can take 2 nyquil tablets. ## Hello, Barbie! How are you? I'm sorry that you're in pain. However, can you please double check what you're taking? Amoxicillin does not treat pain and does not contain Acetaminophen. It is an antibiotic that is used to treat or prevent bacterial infections. I'm sorry, but I'm unable to answer your question without knowing for sure what medication you are on. The FDA lists the typical side effects of Nyquil as possibly including nausea, dizziness and drowsiness. ## Hello my name is Krissy i have a bad tooth ache I wanted to do can you take amoxicillin 500...

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My son has a horrible cough for days now following an up and down temp. I have a few 500mg of Amoxicillin capsules from my recent dental root canal fun times. Is it alright for me to break the capsule and put a small dosage into his juice/food? He gets bad anxiety at the doctors office I'd like to spare him the upset if it's something I can take care of at home. ## Hello, Ally! How is your son doing? No, that's never a good idea. He may not have an infection, if he does this may not be the appropriate antibiotic to treat it, you could end up giving him too much or too little.. there are just too many risks involved. It would be best to see his doctor for a proper diagnosis and prescription, if necessary. The FDA classifies this medication as being an antibiotic and it's ...

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Can a 12 yrs old take 500 mg amoxicilline for tooth ache and swollen gum and how many mg /day ? ## Hello, Alice! How are you? They should take it as prescribed by their doctor or dentist. This is an antibiotic and the FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. If it has not been prescribed for them, they should see their dentist, to make sure that an appropriate antibiotic is prescribed and to make sure that the underlying cause of the toothache is treated and corrected. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I have been prescribed Amoxicillin Tr K Clv and after four days, I have a bad case of diarrhea, so bad that I can't control loosing my diarrhea, as a result, I will not take the rest of the pills. Should I contact my doctor?? ## Yes, because if you have an infection, it does need to be properly treated. Diarrhea, however, is a normal side effect of most antibiotics and usually sets in after a few days of treatment, once they start working. Have you contacted your doctor, yet?

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Need to know if there's amoxicillin in kelfex ## Hello, Kali! How are you? No, Keflex contains the active ingredient Cephalexin, which is also an antibiotic that's used to treat bacterial infections. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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