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Drug Class
Antibiotic (Penicillin)
Common Uses
- Bacterial infections
Common Brand Names
Amoxil, Ospamox, Respillin, Amoxi-Denk, Moxitan, Moxytro
This medicine is also commonly known as:
Amoxycillin
Overview
Amoxicillin is a penicillin antibiotic. It is used to treat bacterial infections, such as chest infections (including pneumonia) and dental abscesses. It can also be used together with other antibiotics and medicines to treat stomach ulcers.
It's often prescribed for children, to treat ear infections and chest infections.
Amoxicillin is only available on prescription in some countries.
Important Facts
- For most infections, you'll start to feel better in a few days.
- The most common side effects of amoxicillin are feeling sick (nausea) and diarrhoea.
- Liquid amoxicillin can stain your teeth. This does not last and is removed by brushing.
- You can drink alcohol while taking amoxicillin.
- Sometimes, taking amoxicillin can cause thrush.
- Carry on taking this medicine until you've completed the course, even if you feel better. If you stop your treatment early, the infection could come back.
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