Medically reviewed by Alex Yampolsky, PharmD Amoxicillin and penicillin (also known as penicillin V potassium or penicillin G) are widely prescribed antibiotics used to treat bacterial infections ...

Doctors often recommend taking amoxicillin at the start of a meal to reduce potential digestive complications. Learn more about the side effects of amoxicillin. The length of time you need to take ...

Amoxicillin can also cause serious side effects. If your child has any of these side effects, call your child’s doctor right away. If your child’s symptoms are severe, call 9-1-1 or go to the ...