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What to do if i had a really bad reaction to my amoxicillin and now it feels like a sunburn?

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Amoxicillin reaction: It is possible you are allergic to the medication. Stop taking it and inform the doctor who prescribed it that you are having these symptoms.

Answered 7/3/2014

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