Can amoxicillin cause diarrhea and vomiting?
My daughter started antibiotics, and within a day, she developed diarrhea and felt nauseous. We suspect it's the amoxicillin. Are these common reactions?
5 answers
9 months ago
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Yes, these are very common side effects of amoxicillin because it disrupts your digestive system. As a high BP patient, I have to be extremely careful with dehydration from vomiting as it can mess with my readings. Make sure you monitor your blood pressure and keep yourself hydrated while checking in with your doctor.
6 months ago
Yes, it can really mess up your stomach. When this happened to me, I tried taking fresh dahi with a pinch of roasted cumin and it gave me great relief from the diarrhea. But honestly, if you are also vomiting constantly, home remedies won't be enough; you must consult your doctor to change the medicine or add an anti-vomiting tablet.
6 months ago
Dear, I have seen many people in this community complain about diarrhea and nausea after taking amoxicillin. It is a strong medicine, so it frequently upsets the stomach. Keep taking plenty of fluids like coconut water and light homemade food, but if the vomiting is severe, please inform your prescribing doctor immediately.
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4 months ago
Absolutely, amoxicillin is known to trigger both of these issues. Since my thyroid levels already keep my digestion a bit unpredictable, I always discuss these side effects beforehand with my physician. I recommend scheduling a quick follow-up with your doctor to see if you need probiotics or an alternative medicine.
4 months ago
Yes, it happens to many. If you need to consult your doctor again or get tests done, try using online healthcare apps to compare prices first so you don't overspend on emergency clinic visits. For now, basic ORS packets from the chemist are very cheap and will keep your electrolytes stable.