Sneha Reddy Sneha Reddy Asked 4 months ago

Is amoxicillin good for fever?

My son has a high fever and the doctor gave him Amoxicillin along with other medicines. I wanted to know if Amoxicillin itself helps with fever, or if it's just for the infection?

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Kavita Sharma Kavita Sharma Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago
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My doctor specifically explained that Amoxicillin is an antibiotic, and antibiotics kill bacteria. Fever itself is a symptom, often caused by infections, which can be bacterial OR viral. If the fever is due to a viral infection, Amoxicillin won't help at all. It's only effective if the fever is caused by a bacterial infection, and that needs to be diagnosed by a doctor.

Rajesh Khanna Rajesh Khanna Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Honestly, I wouldn't know if Amoxicillin is 'good' for fever in general. My doctor prescribed it to me once when I had a throat infection with fever, and it worked for that. But for just any fever, I always just take paracetamol and see a doctor if it doesn't go down. I don't self-prescribe antibiotics.

Priya Verma Priya Verma Joined Jan 2026 4 months ago

I get so confused about fever medicines! My mom always gives me a paracetamol first. But if it's an infection, then antibiotics are needed, right? But how do you know? Did anyone else's doctor tell them to specifically wait before taking Amoxicillin for fever?

Anil Gupta Anil Gupta Joined May 2026 4 months ago

No, Amoxicillin is an antibiotic, it fights bacterial infections, not fever directly. You should absolutely not take it for just any fever without a doctor's diagnosis. Misusing antibiotics can lead to resistance, which is very dangerous. Always, always get it checked by a doctor first.

Rohit Kumar Rohit Kumar Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Amoxicillin is an antibiotic, so it tackles bacterial infections. Fever is a symptom. If my health tracker shows a high temperature, I don't immediately think antibiotic. You need a doctor to figure out if it's a bacterial infection that requires it. Using apps helps track symptoms, but a diagnosis needs a professional.

Shreya Das Shreya Das Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Amoxicillin is an antibiotic, so it only works if your fever is caused by a bacterial infection. It won't help with viral fevers. It's important to get a proper diagnosis from a doctor, just like with thyroid issues, you need tests to confirm the cause before taking medication. Don't self-medicate with antibiotics.

Nisha Mehta Nisha Mehta Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Amoxicillin treats bacterial infections. It doesn't treat fever directly, but if a bacterial infection causes the fever, it helps.

Akash Sharma Akash Sharma Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

I totally get the urge to take something when you have a fever and feel awful, especially if you're anxious about being sick. But Amoxicillin is an antibiotic, meaning it only works against bacteria. If your fever is viral, it won't help and can even cause other issues. Please talk to a doctor before taking any antibiotic for fever.

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Vikram Malhotra Vikram Malhotra Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

Absolutely not. Amoxicillin is an antibiotic. It is only 'good' for a fever if that fever is *caused* by a bacterial infection, which a doctor needs to diagnose. Randomly taking antibiotics for a fever is a recipe for antibiotic resistance and other side effects. Don't trust internet advice for this, get to a doctor.

Kiran Joshi Kiran Joshi Joined Mar 2026 4 months ago

Amoxicillin fever ke liye directly nahi hai, ho na? Woh toh bacteria ko maarta hai. Agar fever koi bacterial infection se hai, toh doctor dete hain. Waise hi bina jaane mat lo, acha nahi hota. Pehle doctor ko dikhao, woh hi batayenge kya lena hai.

Sarla Devi Sarla Devi Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

For fever, often simple things like rest and fluids help. We also use a cold compress sometimes. Amoxicillin is a very strong medicine for bacteria. If your fever is very high or not going away, you must see a doctor immediately. Don't use strong medicines like that without proper advice, it is not a home remedy.

Ananya Kapoor Ananya Kapoor Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

It's easy to want a quick fix for fever, especially when you're feeling miserable. But Amoxicillin is for bacterial infections, not just fever. Taking antibiotics unnecessarily can be really bad for your system. It's tough when you're unwell, but waiting for a proper diagnosis is important for your long-term health.

Arjun Singh Arjun Singh Joined Apr 2026 4 months ago

Nah man, Amoxicillin is for bacterial infections. Fever is just a symptom. If my doc confirms it's bacterial, like for a bad throat, then he gives it. Otherwise, for just fever, I usually just pop a paracetamol and chill. Don't mess around with antibiotics unless a doctor says so.

Vijay Reddy Vijay Reddy Joined Feb 2026 4 months ago

No, Amoxicillin directly targets bacteria. Fever is just your body's response. For a simple fever, just hydrate, rest, and maybe a paracetamol. If it's persistent or severe, then a doctor might prescribe an antibiotic if it's a bacterial infection. Always listen to your body and your doctor, and keep up with a healthy diet.

Divya Prakash Divya Prakash Joined Jul 2026 4 months ago

Hey, don't stress too much trying to self-diagnose! Amoxicillin is an antibiotic, so it only works if you have a bacterial infection causing the fever. For just a general fever, paracetamol or simple home remedies are usually the first step. If it persists, just call your doc, okay?

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