Amoxicillin Precautions and Warnings

Who Should Not Take Amoxicillin?

You should not take amoxicillin if you:
 
  • Are allergic to amoxicillin, Amoxil, or any of the inactive components used to make the antibiotic. Your healthcare provider or pharmacist has a list of the inactive ingredients.
     
  • Have a penicillin allergy.
     

Final Thoughts on Amoxicillin Warnings and Precautions

There are a number of situations in which amoxicillin should not be taken, along with several precautions and warnings people should be aware of before taking the medication. However, it is possible that not all of the warnings or precautions with amoxicillin were discussed in this article. Therefore, you should talk with your healthcare provider about the specific warnings and precautions that may apply to you.
 
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;
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