Amoxicillin 500mg capsules

Description

Amoxicillin 500mg capsules are an antibiotic used to treat common bacterial infections, such as chest, ear, urinary and dental infections, when recommended by a clinician. After a quick online consultation, a UK-registered prescriber can issue a private prescription if suitable, and your medicine is dispensed by our pharmacy and sent to you in plain, discreet packaging with fast delivery.

What is Amoxicillin 500mg? Amoxicillin is a widely used penicillin antibiotic that works by stopping bacteria from growing and multiplying, helping your body to clear the infection. It is often chosen as a first-line treatment for many routine bacterial infections when an antibiotic is needed.

How it works

Amoxicillin 500mg capsules treat dental infections by stopping the bacteria that cause them from multiplying. As a penicillin-type antibiotic, amoxicillin interferes with the bacteria’s ability to build and maintain their cell wall, which weakens the bacteria and leads to their death. By targeting common bacteria found in the mouth, amoxicillin helps to clear the infection, reduce swelling and pain, and prevent it from spreading to nearby tissues.

Ingredients

Each capsule contains amoxicillin as the active ingredient.

The other ingredients are: croscarmellose sodium, magnesium stearate, Sunset Yellow (E110), Carmoisine (E122), Brilliant Blue (E133), Quinoline Yellow (E104), titanium dioxide (E171), methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216), gelatin (TSE-free) and sodium lauryl sulphate.

Side Effects

Like all medicines, Amoxicillin Capsules can cause side effects, although not everyone will experience them. The most common side effects include:

Skin rash
Feeling sick (nausea)
Diarrhoea
Being sick (vomiting)

If you notice any side effects, including any not listed in the patient information leaflet, speak to your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Warnings

Do not take Amoxicillin Capsules if any of the following apply to you:

You have ever had an allergic reaction to amoxicillin, other penicillin antibiotics or any of the ingredients (signs can include rash, itching, swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, or difficulty breathing).
You have previously developed a delayed allergic reaction to amoxicillin, usually 7–12 days after starting treatment (such as rash, fever, joint pain or swollen glands, especially under the arms).
You have had serious liver problems during or after treatment with amoxicillin (symptoms can include severe diarrhoea with blood, blistering or bruising of the skin, very dark urine, pale stools, or yellowing of the skin or eyes).

Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Amoxicillin Capsules if:

You have kidney problems or are passing urine less often than usual
You have glandular fever
You are taking allopurinol or probenecid (for gout), as your dose or treatment may need adjusting
You are taking medicines to thin the blood (such as warfarin), as you may need extra blood tests
You are taking other antibiotics (for example tetracyclines), as this may affect how well amoxicillin works

Delivery

We use trusted, fully tracked UK delivery services, including Royal Mail options such as Tracked 48, Tracked 24 and Special Delivery by 1pm (where available). You can view all current delivery options and prices on our Delivery & Returns page.

All orders are sent in discreet, plain and recyclable packaging, with no mention of the contents on the outside, so your privacy is always protected.

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