Amoxicillin!
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. Amoxicillin also is used before some surgery or dental work to
prevent infection.
The following information is intended to supplement,
not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist
or other healthcare professional. It should not be construed to indicate that
use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Please consult your
healthcare professional before using this or any other prescription or
non-prescription medication.
About Amoxicillin
Amoxicillin Directions
Amoxicillin 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 Amoxicillin
or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. The tablets should
be crushed or chewed thoroughly before they are swallowed. Continue to
take amoxicillin even if you feel well. Do not stop taking amoxicillin
without talking to your doctor.
Amoxicillin Side Effects
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, or mild skin rash.
If you experience any of the following symptoms while taking Amoxicillin, call
your doctor immediately: severe skin rash, itching, hives, difficulty breathing
or swallowing, wheezing, or vaginal infection.
Amoxicillin Precautions
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.
Missed Dose of Amoxicillin
If you miss a dose of Amoxicillin, 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.
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