Amoxicillin

WHAT IS IT?
WHEN DO WE USE IT?

Streptococcus pharyngitisthis medication is a first line option for patients who do not have a penicillin allergy, and are not given Penicillin V.

UTIs during pregnancy: this medication is typically the first choice for pregnant patients with a urinary tract infection. This is because it has a low risk of adverse fetal effects.

WHEN DO WE AVOID USING IT?
HOW IS IT ADMINISTERED?
WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS/TOXICITY?
ANYTHING ELSE TO KEEP IN MIND?
FURTHER READING

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