Question 1

is there an amoxicillin substitute? i think i have a sinus infections, have had runny/blocked nose for about 2 months. it's winter where i live.

Accepted Answer

Yes.: Yes. Other good sinus options. Discuss with MD.

Question 2

are there any good substitutes for amoxicillin?

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Depends: It would depend on the type of infection being treated and the reason Amoxicillin is being avoided.  You need to give more detail to your question.

Question 3

is there an over-the-counter substitute for amoxicillin?  it will be used to treat a throat infection.

Accepted Answer

No: all antibiotics in the United States require a prescription. furthermore, not all throat infections are bacterial and require antibiotics. see a physician to determine if antibiotics are truly needed.

Question 4

does amoxicillin go bad?

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Yes: All drugs eventually go bad.  All drugs have an expiration date on the bottle.  The drug is not necessarily inactive after this expiration date but has only been tested by the manufacturer to be active for that length of time.

Question 5

does amoxicillin expire?

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Amoxil (amoxicillin): All antibiotics have an expiration date.

Question 6

what is amoxicillin used for?

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An antibiotic: It is an antibiotic that is in the penicillin family and effective against a certain class of infections.

Question 7

generic brand for amoxicillin?

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This is generic: Amoxicillin is generic.  Brand names are Amoxil (amoxicillin) and moxatag.

Question 8

does amoxicillin have a taste?

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Yes: Yes, but it depends upon which brand is being used.Usually not  bad one, with 'bubble gum' flavor being common in my area.

Question 9

how do you feel on amoxicillin?

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Hopefully better: Not sure what you are asking.  Generally Amoxicillin has few side-effects.  Some people have mild GI intolerance, and there are allergic reactions.  If it is doing its job and was chosen carefully you should feel improved.

Question 10

how long will amoxicillin work?

Accepted Answer

Need more info: I'm not sure if you mean "how long do the pills stay potent?" or "how long after you take them will they still cure something?" antibiotic pills can remain potent for a couple of years after their expiration date. Amoxicillin stays in the bloodstream at effective levels for less than a day after the last dose. It is a short acting antibiotic, and is usually dosed 2-3 times a day for that reason.

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Is there an amoxicillin substitute? i think i have a sinus infections, have had runny/blocked nose for about 2 months. it's winter where i live.

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Is there an over-the-counter substitute for amoxicillin? it will be used to treat a throat infection.

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Does amoxicillin go bad?

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Generic brand for amoxicillin?

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