Amoxicillin
Brand: Amoxil
Key warning
Caution: serious allergic reactions possible; screen for penicillin allergy
Common side effects
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Rash
- Stomach upset
- Yeast infection
Key interactions & cautions
- Allergy cross-reaction with penicillins
- May reduce oral contraceptive reliability
- Probenecid raises its blood levels
- Caution with allopurinol (rash risk)
Counseling points
- Finish the full course as prescribed
- Report rash, hives, or trouble breathing
- May take with or without food
- Report severe or bloody diarrhea
- Shake liquid form well before use
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