Drug reference
amoxicillin
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Drug class
Anti Bacterial (Penicillins)
Mechanism of action
Derivative of ampicillin and has similar antibacterial spectrum (certain gram-positive and gram-negative organisms); similar bactericidal action as penicillin; acts on susceptible bacteria during multiplication stage by inhibiting cell wall mucopeptide biosynthesis.
Common side effects
- Anemia
- Anaphylaxis
- AST/ALT elevation
- Mucocutaneous candidiasis
Known interactions (1)
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is amoxicillin?
amoxicillin belongs to: Anti Bacterial.
How does amoxicillin work?
Derivative of ampicillin and has similar antibacterial spectrum (certain gram-positive and gram-negative organisms); similar bactericidal action as penicillin; acts on susceptible bacteria during multiplication stage by inhibiting cell wall mucopeptide biosynthesis.
What are the common side effects of amoxicillin?
Anemia, Anaphylaxis, AST/ALT elevation, Mucocutaneous candidiasis
Which drugs interact with amoxicillin?
methotrexate
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