Amoxicillin FAQ
Commonly asked questions about Amoxicillin, answered by Drugs.com's team of healthcare professionals.
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Can you drink alcohol with amoxicillin?
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E.g. beer or wine or other alcohol?
Does amoxicillin expire? Is it safe to take after expiration?
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If I am allergic to penicillin, is it safe to use amoxicillin?
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Would it be safe to use amoxicillin to treat an infected hole in a tooth that I've had for a few years? It has gradually got worse to the point of no sleep!
Amoxicillin for ear infection: Take how many times a day?
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My husband is healthy and on no other medication. Should amoxicillin 500mg be taken on an empty stomach or with food? Also how many times a day should he take it?
What's the normal daily dose of amoxicillin 500mg for chest infections?
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Can you safely consume alcohol while taking amoxicillin?
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Are there any foods I should avoid while taking amoxicillin?
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Should I avoid things like: cheese, ice cream, other dairy foods, or any other foods, while I am taking amoxicillin?
If people are allergic to amoxicillin can they take cephalexin?
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If people are allergic to amoxicillin can they take cephalexin?
How often should I take amoxicillin for a sinus infection?
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Can amoxicillin be used to treat a bacterial vaginitis infection?
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What is the recommended dosage of amoxicillin for a 14 year old child?
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Amoxicillin - does it have sulfa or penicillin in it?
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