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  • How long should amoxicillin be taken

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    Amoxicillin - Brand name: Respillin

    1.

    How long does it take for amoxicillin to work

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    • About amoxicillin

    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.

    It comes as capsules or as a liquid that you swallow.

    Amoxicillin dose for adults

    It's also given by injection, but this is usually only done in hospital.

    2. Key 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.

    3. Who can and cannot take amoxicillin

    Amoxicillin can be taken by most adults and children.

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