How should you take Amoxicillin?
Amoxicillin can be taken with or without food. If you are using Amoxicillin suspension, shake it well before using.
Your doctor will only prescribe Amoxicillin to treat a bacterial infection. Amoxicillin will not cure a viral infection such as the common cold. It’s important to take all of your medication as instructed by your doctor, even if you’re feeling better in a few days. Not finishing the complete dosage of Amoxicillin may decrease the drug’s effectiveness and increase the chances for bacterial resistance to Amoxicillin and similar antibiotics.
If you miss your Amoxicillin dose…
Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, and you take 2 doses a day, take the one you missed and the next dose 5 to 6 hours later. If you take 3 or more doses a day, take the one you missed and the next dose 2 to 4 hours later. Then go back to your regular schedule.
Amoxicillin storage instructions…
Amoxicillin suspension and pediatric drops should be stored in a tightly closed bottle. Discard any unused medication after 14 days. Refrigeration is preferable.
Store capsules at or below 68 degrees Fahrenheit. Store chewable tablets and tablets at or below 77 degrees Fahrenheit in a tightly closed container.
