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Brand name: Amoxicillin
Generic name: Amoxil
Synonyms: Amocin, Amoxycillin, Elmox, Moxnova, Topmox, Actimoxi, Amoclen, Amolin, Amopen, Amopenixin
Description: Amoxicillin is a penicillin antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections. Amoxicillin is used to treat many different types of infections caused by bacteria, such as ear infections, bladder infections, pneumonia, gonorrhea, and E. coli or salmonella infection.
Amoxicillin is used for:
Treating infections caused by
certain bacteria. It is also used with other medicines to treat H. pylori
infection and ulcers of the small intestines.Amoxicillin is a penicillin
antibiotic. It works by killing sensitive bacteria.
How to use Amoxicillin:
Use Amoxicillin as directed by
your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing
instructions.
* An extra patient leaflet is available with
Amoxicillin . Talk to your pharmacist if you have questions about this
information.
* Take Amoxicillin by mouth with or without food. If stomach
upset occurs, take with food to reduce stomach irritation.
* Do NOT chew
or swallow Amoxicillin whole.
* Place Amoxicillin in a small amount of
water (about 2 teaspoons/10 mL). Do NOT use any other liquid. Swirl or stir
until the tablet is completely mixed in the water. Drink right after mixing. Be
sure to drink the entire mixture. Rinse the container with an additional small
amount of water and drink to be sure all the medicine is taken.
* To
clear up your infection completely, take Amoxicillin for the full course of
treatment. Keep taking it even if you feel better in a few days.
* If you
miss a dose of Amoxicillin , take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time
for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing
schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any
questions you may have about how to use Amoxicillin.
Possible side effects of Amoxicillin:
All medicines may
cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with
your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become
bothersome:
* Diarrhea; nausea; vomiting.
Seek medical
attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
*
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness
in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bloody stools;
confusion; dark urine; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; red, swollen,
blistered, or peeling skin; seizures; severe diarrhea; stomach pain or cramps;
unusual bruising or bleeding; vaginal discharge or irritation; yellowing of the
skin or eyes.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may
occur. If you have questions or need medical advice about side effects, contact
your doctor or health care provider.
Proper storage of Amoxicillin:
Store Amoxicillin at room
temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from
heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Amoxicillin out of
the reach of children and away from pets.