Title: How To Reduce Nausea Caused By Amoxicillin
Headings: How To Reduce Nausea Caused By Amoxicillin
How To Reduce Nausea Caused By Amoxicillin
Katie asked
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Strategies To Reduce Nausea From Amoxicillin
Take Amoxicillin After Food
Taking Amoxicillin With Probiotics
Take Amoxicillin With Water
Do Not Lie Down After Taking Amoxicillin
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Mar 30, 2018
Katie asked
I have been taking Amoxicillin 125 mg tablets 2x/day for 5 days for an ear and sinus infection. Since the second day, my stomach has been hurting and has been worse each day. I have 3 more pills left and can’t stand the thought of taking it for two more days. My sinuses feel better but my ears still have fluid in them. Rolaids helps a little but only for a few minutes. Should I tough it out or call for something different? Is there anything I can do to ease this terrible stomach ache? Answer
Nausea from courses of antibiotics are extremely common. With amoxicillin specifically, nausea and related GI problems (e.g. diarrhea, vomiting) are the most commonly reported side effects. There are some strategies that could potentially help to reduce the nausea you are feeling from amoxicillin, including: