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Amoxil

Amoxicillin

Formulated to alleviate bacterial infections to support tissue healing and target susceptible pathogen populations.

Category
Antibiotics
Active ingredient
Amoxicillin
Route
Oral use
Form
Tablet
Strengths
250mg · 500mg

You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Amoxil, depending on stock.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Amoxil vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Amoxil details

Alternative names
amoxicillin
Therapeutic class
Aminopenicillin
Pharmacological class
Beta-Lactam Antibiotic
Known off-label uses
lyme disease
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to penicillin; hypersensitivity to cephalosporins
Minor side effects
diarrhoea; nausea; vomiting
Moderate side effects
rash; vaginal candidiasis; headache
Dosage forms
Tablet
Administration route
Oral use
Supply category
Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator
GlaxoSmithKline
Onset Time
1–2 hours
Duration
8–12 hours
Storage instructions
Store below 25°C.
Drug interactions
Allopurinol; Probenecid; Oral Contraceptives
Age restrictions
Approved for paediatric and adult patients of all ages.
Serious side effects

anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention; clostridioides difficile-associated diarrhoea, requires immediate medical attention

Patient summary

formulated to alleviate bacterial infections to support tissue healing and target susceptible pathogen populations.

Mechanism of action

Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins, leading to cell lysis and cell death.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

TGA Category B: Safe based on animal studies. Breastfeeding: Clinically compatible.

What you will receive

Amoxil is the originator brand name, made by GlaxoSmithKline. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with GlaxoSmithKline.

  • The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Amoxicillin is offered.
  • The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
  • Check the final product details at checkout before confirming an order.

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