Amoxycillin

Were you looking for information about Amoxicillin? Amoxycillin is a common misspelling of amoxicillin.
 
Amoxicillin (Amoxil®, Moxatag) is a medication that healthcare providers often prescribe to treat certain types of infections. It belongs to a class of drugs (known as beta-lactam antibiotics) that work by stopping bacteria from making cell walls, which eventually causes the bacteria to die. Amoxicillin comes in various forms, including capsules, tablets, chewable tablets, pediatric drops, and oral suspension. While most people tolerate this antibiotic well, potential side effects include nausea and vomiting, thrush, and diarrhea.
 
(Click Amoxicillin for more information on how it works, to find out when and how to take the antibiotic, and for a list of warnings and precautions for the drug. You can also click on the various links in the box to the right to access specific topics on amoxicillin.)
 
Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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