10 Side Effects of Amoxicillin
Article Sources
- 1. Diarrhea & Electrolyte Imbalance.’ COM, Leaf Group, www.livestrong.com/article/363529-diarrhea-electrolyte-imbalance/
- 2. Gotter, Ana. ‘Side Effects of Amoxicillin (Amoxil, Trimox).’ Healthline, Healthline Media, 4 Apr. 2019, www.healthline.com/health/side-effects-amoxicillin-amoxil-trimox
- 3. ND, Eric Bakker. ‘Can Amoxicillin Cause Yeast Infections?’ Candida Diet, Cleanse & Recipes by Eric Bakker N.D., 12 Feb. 2020, www.yeastinfection.org/can-amoxicillin-cause-yeast-infections/
- 4. Amoxicillin Side Effects: Common, Severe, Long Term.’ com, www.drugs.com/sfx/amoxicillin-side-effects.html
Diarrhea
Diarrhea is frequent, watery and loose stool. When diarrhea lasts for four or more weeks, it's considered chronic. To avoid dehydration, it's advisable to drink a lot of fluids. Beverages such as water and milk are suitable for mild diarrhea. For moderate-to-severe diarrhea, electrolyte solutions are necessary.1Diarrhea & Electrolyte Imbalance.’ COM, Leaf Group, www.livestrong.com/article/363529-diarrhea-electrolyte-imbalance/
Diarrhea is a common amoxicillin side effect. Antibiotics, such as amoxicillin, kill both the disease-causing and beneficial bacteria. As a result, they disrupt the large intestine and can cause diarrhea. Staying hydrated and supplementing gut bacteria with probiotics may help alleviate diarrhea. If bleeding accompanies diarrhea, immediate medical attention is required.
