Always inform your doctor or pharmacist about all medications you’re taking, including over-the-counter drugs, supplements, and herbal remedies, before starting amoxicillin. This ensures they can identify potential interactions and adjust your treatment plan accordingly.
Oral Contraceptives
Amoxicillin can reduce the effectiveness of some oral contraceptives. Consider using a backup method of contraception while taking amoxicillin and for a week after you finish the course.
Warfarin
Amoxicillin may increase the risk of bleeding if you’re also taking warfarin (a blood thinner). Your doctor will likely monitor your blood clotting time more closely while you’re on both medications.
Methotrexate
Concurrent use of amoxicillin and methotrexate can increase the toxicity of methotrexate. Close monitoring of your blood counts is necessary. Your doctor might adjust your methotrexate dose.
Allopurinol
Taking amoxicillin with allopurinol (used to treat gout) slightly raises the chance of skin reactions. Be aware of any new rashes or itching and report them immediately to your healthcare provider.
This information is not exhaustive, and individual reactions vary. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized advice regarding potential drug interactions with amoxicillin based on your specific health circumstances and medications.
