Amoxicillin (amoxicillin) is a widely-used antibiotic which strongly inhibits the growth and reproduction of certain strains of bacteria, allowing the body to overcome the infection and recover.

Amoxicillin is closely related to penicillin; patients allergic to penicillin are very likely to experience an adverse reaction to amoxicillin. Odds of an allergic reaction are greatly increased in children, though the drug is widely used to treat common childhood infections.

Treatment & Recovery

Like any antibiotic, amoxicillin must be taken for the full duration of treatment to be effective, even if symptoms clear up quickly. Failure to complete treatment may cause a resurgence of the infection -- one that's now resistent to the antibiotic.

All antibiotics are most effective when levels of the drug remain at consistent levels in the body. Doses should be taken regularly at evenly spaced intervals. A missed dose should be taken as soon as it's remembered.

Amoxicillin is usually taken every 8 or 12 hours, but the actual dosage amount taken will depend on the condition being treated. With some exceptions, amoxicillin is typically taken for 10 to 14 days.

Severe, potentially life-threatening allergic reactions will typically (not always!) occur within the first 72 hours of taking amoxicillin. Children in particular should be monitored closely during this time, and emergency medical care accessed immediately if any symptoms appear:

• Altered mental state, confusion
• Fast-spreading rash with intense itching
• Fever, or sensation of fever (hot flashes)
• Severe nausea and vomiting
• Any other unusual behavior or symptoms

Other side effects are typically mild and consistent with those resulting from any antibiotic use, with diarrhea being the most common. If diarrhea occurs, drink plenty of fluids to compensate. Eating probiotic yogurt within two hours of taking amoxicillin may ease symptoms, as may eating bland foods such as soda crackers.

When to Buy Amoxicillin

Amoxicillin is a powerful antibiotic used to treat a number of conditions, most commonly:

• Bronchitis or pneumonia
• Urinary tract infections
• Skin infections
• Lyme disease
• Chlamydia
• Gonorrhea
• Salmonella
• Middle ear, nose or throat infections

The antibiotic may be used to treat numerous other infections, often in cases where other types of antibiotics fail to produce results. Likewise, it is sometimes used in conjunction with other medications when ineffective on their own.

It's also frequently used in some preventative applications:

• Prior to dental work
• After surgery
• In individuals without spleens
• Prior or during exposure to anthrax
• In individuals at risk of recurring duodenal ulcers

While an effective treatment in a large number of conditions, amoxicillin only works on certain types of bacteria. It's important that a doctor or lab identify the strain of bacteria before you buy amoxicillin to treat an infection.

When Not to Buy Amoxicillin

There are some situations in which amoxicillin is not an ideal antibiotic choice, namely in patients with:

• A family history of penicillin allergy
• Liver or kidney disease
• Asthma or severe allergies
• Blood clotting disorders

Adverse reactions resulting from mixing this drug with other medications are very rare, but a doctor or pharmacist should be consulted before you buy amoxicillin, particularly if the other medications are antibiotics or sulfa drugs.

Note that amoxicillin may reduce the effectiveness of birth control pills. Alternative methods should be used during treatment, and for a couple weeks after treatment ends.

Amoxicillin is generally safe for use in infants and elderly persons, but should only be administered under doctor supervision.

Buy Amoxicillin the Easy Way

Though a prescription is required to buy amoxicillin, our online physician can issue a prescription renewal for customers with a qualifying medical history, at no additional charge.

Please note that while you can buy amoxicillin through the Kiwi Drug website at our discounted prices, this particular product will actually ship from a licensed affiliate pharmacy in the United Kingdom.