Amoxicillin 500mg (15 Capsules) – Antibiotics For Dental/Tooth Infection or Abscess

Yes, you can buy amoxicillin online for dental abscesses after a clinical assessment with a UK-registered prescriber.

My Chemist Plus only issues a private prescription if antibiotics are indicated. We never supply antibiotics without assessment.

Antibiotics do not fix the underlying cause of dental abscesses. Definitive treatment is dental care (drainage/root canal/extraction).

Antibiotics are considered when there are signs of spreading infection or systemic illness (e.g., facial swelling, fever), or when immediate dental treatment isn’t possible. Arrange a dental appointment as soon as possible.

Typical UK regimens include:
500mg three times daily, up to five days. This is in line with national guidance.

Many people improve within 48–72 hours; If you worsen or don’t improve, seek urgent dental/medical advice.

Do not take amoxicillin if you’re penicillin‑allergic. Alternatives (e.g., metronidazole) may be suitable, depending on your history.

Amoxicillin is commonly used when clearly needed. Your prescriber will weigh the risks/benefits. If breastfeeding, only small amounts pass into milk; babies may occasionally have mild effects (e.g., loose stools).

There is no specific interaction of alcohol with amoxicillin (unlike metronidazole).

Standard antibiotics don’t reduce the contraceptive pill effectiveness, but vomiting/diarrhoea can.

Yes. Antibiotics help control the spread of infection but won’t remove the underlying cause. You must still see a dentist. If you develop worsening swelling, fever, trismus, or difficulty breathing/swallowing, seek urgent care.

A UK‑licensed prescriber (pharmacist independent prescriber) follows NICE antimicrobial stewardship and dental‑infection guidance, documenting indications and safety checks.