Can Amoxicillin Be Taken For Sinus Pressure And Mild Pain?

Posted on Mon, 15 Dec 2014

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Question : I have sinus pressure that recurs about this time of year. I have access to Amoxicillin 500mg which I have used successfully in the past. I have tried two decongistants with some relief. The pain is mild to moderate, does not react to hot/cold, but does increase with eating pressure on upper left side of mouth/jaw. Should I self medicate with the Amoxicillin?
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Answered by Dr. Krunal Karade (20 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You can take Amoxicillin 500mg twice daily but better to get a prescription

Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for the query.

When a patient with similar conditions meets me at my clinic, I advice
Steam Inhalation twice daily,
Saline nasal spray thrice daily ,
Paracetamol for pain &
continue Chlorpheniramine & oral decongistants .

You can take Amoxicillin 500mg twice daily but better if you get a prescription for antibiotic .

Take a complete treatment plan you will get early relief .

Hope this information helpful to you .If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
Regards.

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