What is amoxicillin?
Amoxicillin (brand example: Amoxil) is a prescription penicillin-class antibiotic that can treat select infections caused by susceptible bacteria—such as certain ear, nose, throat, skin, urinary, and lower respiratory infections—after a clinician determines it’s appropriate. It may also be combined with other medicines for Helicobacter pylori management when clinically indicated. Antibiotics do not treat viral illnesses like the common cold or most cases of uncomplicated bronchitis.
How our telehealth process works
- Book: Use our scheduling form or call +1 (800) 555-1234.
- Intake: Describe symptoms (onset, severity, fever), provide medication/allergy lists, and upload any test results.
- Video visit: Meet a Southwestern Medical Center doctor to review likely causes, warning signs, and whether antibiotics are warranted.
- Clinical decision: If appropriate, your doctor issues an e-prescription to our online pharmacy (or another pharmacy by request).
- Fulfillment: Secure checkout and tracked delivery—most orders arrive in 2–5 business days.
Why antibiotics stewardship matters
Using antibiotics only when needed helps prevent resistance, protects your microbiome, and reduces avoidable side effects. Your clinician may suggest watchful waiting, symptomatic care, or alternate treatments when a bacterial infection is unlikely.
When clinicians consider amoxicillin
Amoxicillin can be appropriate for certain bacterial infections determined by exam and, when needed, testing. Your doctor evaluates symptom duration, fever trends, exposure risks, and local patterns of resistance. For suspected viral causes, the plan often focuses on rest, fluids, analgesics/antipyretics where appropriate, nasal hygiene, or other supportive measures.
Not every sore throat or cough needs antibiotics
Upper respiratory symptoms are commonly viral. If bacterial infection is suspected (for example, specific strep pharyngitis patterns or bacterial sinusitis meeting criteria), your clinician will discuss options and safety considerations.
Safety, allergies & interactions
- Allergies: Tell your clinician about any penicillin, amoxicillin, or cephalosporin allergies, and describe reactions clearly.
- Medical history: Share kidney, liver, or mononucleosis history, pregnancy/breastfeeding status, and all medicines/supplements.
- Side effects discussed during visits: GI upset, rash, or yeast overgrowth may occur. Seek care urgently for severe reactions (e.g., swelling, trouble breathing, extensive rash).
- Resistance awareness: Taking antibiotics when not indicated or not completing the course can increase resistance risk.
Practical use & follow-up
Your clinician will provide personalized guidance for your condition. In general, patients are counseled to take antibiotics exactly as prescribed, avoid sharing medications, and follow up if symptoms worsen, new symptoms appear, or recovery stalls. For certain infections, your doctor may recommend follow-up telehealth within a few days to ensure improvement.
FAQ: Amoxicillin via SWMC Telehealth
Can I get amoxicillin online without a visit?
No. A licensed clinician must evaluate you first. If a bacterial infection is likely and amoxicillin is appropriate, we can send an e-prescription.
What if I’m allergic to penicillin?
Tell your doctor about past reactions. Alternatives may be considered if you’re not a candidate for amoxicillin.
Will you treat H. pylori?
When indicated, clinicians may coordinate combination therapy and testing per guidelines. Plans are individualized after evaluation.
How fast is delivery?
Most approved orders arrive within 2–5 business days with tracking from our online pharmacy.
Government / NIH sources
- FDA: AMOXIL (amoxicillin) label
- MedlinePlus (NIH): Amoxicillin overview
- DailyMed (NIH): Amoxicillin tablets