Amoxicillin

Rocephin does not mention any precautions for those who suffer sulphur drug allergies. It does state to not use the medication if you are allergic to: ceftriaxone, Ceftin, Cefzil Keflex, Omincef, or any antibiotic in that class.

Both Amoxicillin and Cephalexin are prescribed medications that would be issued under the treatment of a physician. Therefore, a physician would have to give the directive to use both antibiotics simultaneously. It is unlikely that any physician would prescribe both at the same time. More importantly, both Amoxicillin and Cephalexin are antibiotics, often used to treat the same diagnosis such as urinary tract infection or a sinus infection. What differentiates them is their spectrum classification that relates to their inherent effectiveness to the level of infection.

Amoxicillin is a narrow-spectrum antibiotic, treating a smaller range of bacteria than the broad-spectrum antibiotic, Cephalexin. Narrow-spectrum antibiotics tend to be lower in cost, and are often considered the first line of defense especially in milder case infections. When Amoxicillin is ineffective in combating the infection, Cephalexin may be prescribed for a more aggressive course of action due to its broader range of bacteria effectiveness.

It would be superfluous to use both Amoxicillin and Cephalexin as their mechanism of action is similar, the disruption of bacterial cell wall synthesis. And given the additive side-effects of using both and the risks of antibiotic resistance developing, it may also be considered irresponsible.

No, it can very much cause you TO GET PREGNANT. If you are using birth control medicine like amoxicillin will make your birtch control be way less effective

I was just looking to see what antibiotics I could take for a sinus infection. I read 2 articles that said that amoxicillin was appropriate, but that doctors rarely prescribe them until after a week or so of severe symptoms.

my child has reaction to this to the doctor told me to make sure she never has any cillins at all or in the same family of that med .some kids do grow out of it and to keep her a way from red 40 dies that is in it too. i hope this does help

It's not safe to mix anything with meth. Meth is a very dangerous drug that can cause brain damage and death, and mixing it with anything is asking for a high risk of permanent mental injury or death.

Amoxicillin is not prescribed by age. It is prescribed by weight (20-90 mg per kg per day divided into 2,3 or 4 doses). The dose depends on what it is prescribed for--that is why it can vary so much. The dose can also depend on how your child responds to antibiotics, if they have had side effects from antibiotics in the past, and how many times they have taken antibiotics. It is also important for a sick child to get a full course of antibiotics in order to get well. Giving them less than a full course (usually 7-10 days depending on the illness) can actually make them worse. Overuse of antibiotics can make them ineffective, so you need to make sure your child actually has an illness that requires an antibiotic. So, giving your child antibotics you have on hand is never a good idea. Only a doctor can know what the right antibiotic is for your child and the right dose. If you can't afford a doctor, look for a health department or clinic or apply for free state insurance for your child (most states offer this to uninsured children).

A uti can be a very serious thing. I hope you have your pet under a Veterinarian's care and he or she is treating your dog. Your Vet would tell you what medication is correct for the condition and how long to take that same medication, so ask your Veterinarian. If you have not taken your dog in to your Vet, then take him in immediately. This is a very painful & serious condition and only a Vet can treat it.

No, it is a different medication. It is Augmentin (or Clavulin) which contains amoxicillin AND clavulanic acid that reduce penicillin resistance. In a 500-125 caplet, you get 500mg of amoxicillin and 125mg of clavulanic acid.

I would say vancomycin

Amoxicillin is an antibiotic. It is used to treat infections due to organisms that are susceptible to the effects of amoxicillin. Common infections that amoxicillin is used for include infections of the middle ear, throat (laryngitis), bronchi, lungs, and skin.

Do not self treat your pets with antibiotics. That is how MRSA came about. If your pet is sick take it to a qualified Vet and the Vet will prescribe the required medicines and tell you how to use them.

what happens if i take amoxicillin and dont need it

Amoxycillin is generally used to treat bacterial infections.

i have taken it while on amoxicillin.

It could have a nasty rebound effect. First of all, why do you have any amoxicillin? If it is left over from a previous prescription, it would indicate that you failed to complete the course of the antibiotic the first time, not a good idea. Second, the effectiveness of the amoxicillin may be compromised. It may 'sort of' work until you run out, and then allow the infection to return stronger and more capable of fighting the antibiotic.

It won't do any harm in itself, but it could be weak or ineffective depending on how far past the date it is. If you take a full round of it and it is weakened, the bacteria you are trying to fight may become resistant. It is usually better just to go to the doctor and get a fresh round.

No...because it is an antibiotics made from microrganism

In theory it should i know it dose for me but u should deff check with ur doc when ever taking an antibiotic

Yes it is ok to take those medications together. I recommend taking the diclofenac with food to avoid stomach upset, and avoid drinking alcohol while taking metronidazole to avoid a disulfiram reaction. A disulfiram reaction would make your body unable to break down the alcohol, and you will become severely sick.

Yes (if prescribed). Amoxicillin can be safely used during pregnancy provided there are no other prohibiting factors, e.g. allergy to penicillin, etc.

It means take 1 or 2 (med dose - pills, teaspoons, etc.) every 6 hours. The "q" means "every" in medical terminology.

Antibiotics should be taken as prescribed by your physician. Amoxicillin is generally taken 2 or 3 times a day for about a week. You should finish the prescribed course of medications even if the symptoms begin to alleviate. The problem with irregular dosing is that if you kill most of the bacteria except for a few hardy ones, then you could begin to build up resistance to the medication. Then if you pass on these hardy (drug resistant) bugs to someone else, they can be much more difficult to kill in the future. As far as repeating the dosage. It probably won't cause you any harm. But, you might have "bred" some bugs that are resistant to amoxicillin thus decreasing its effectiveness. Also, keep in mind that antibiotics such as amoxicillin can cause side effects such as diarrhea or secondary yeast infections, which is another reason only to take them with consultation of a physician.

Yes. You can take them together. In fact so many times, both are prescribed together by your doctor.

Yes, as long as the horse is NOT penicillin sensitive (amoxycillin is in the penicillin family of drugs). Dosage is 20 to 30 mg/Kg 4 times a day by mouth or 20 mg/Kg intra-muscular injection every 12 hours. You need to know if the infection (types of bacteria present) are amoxycillin sensitive (will be killed by the drug).