Amoxicillin, Cold Sores (Top voted first)

I had a sinus infection a few months ago and my doctor prescribed amoxicillin. Today I noticed the signs of a cold sore coming. Could I take the rest of my amoxicillin to get rid of it?

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Does Ic amoxicillin 500 ok to take for cold sores?

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Unfortunately, cold sores are caused by a virus, so an antibiotic will not help treat or prevent them.

However, you could ask your doctor about taking Acyclovir, which is approved by the FDA to help prevent them. Its typical side effects are listed as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, and stomach pain.

Is there anything else I can help with?

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Hi, I'm getting lipliner tattoo and would like to know if I take Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium 875mg will prevent me from getting cold sores? I've never had cold sores before.

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