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Can I eat this with Amoxicillin?
Amoxicillin can be taken with or without food, but taking it with food may help reduce nausea.
Type any food below for an instant verdict — we check 35 foods and drinks for Amoxicillin (0 to avoid, 6 to take care with) — or tap one below.
Quick answers
- Should I take Amoxicillin with food?
- You can take amoxicillin before or after food.
- Can I eat rich or spicy food with Amoxicillin?
- Yes, with care. Stick to simple meals if you feel sick; rich or spicy food may make nausea worse.
- Can I eat spicy food with Amoxicillin?
- Yes, with care. Rich or spicy food may make nausea worse; stick to simple meals if you feel sick.
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1 · What do you take?
Amoxicillin can be taken with or without food, but taking it with food may help reduce nausea.
You can take amoxicillin before or after food. If you feel sick, it might help to take it after a meal or snack. Stick to simple meals and avoid rich or spicy food if you experience nausea. You can drink alcohol while taking amoxicillin.
Browse our medication food guides →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: You can take amoxicillin before or after food.
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Take care with Amoxicillin· 6
Fine with Amoxicillin· 29
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Further reading on Amoxicillin
The pages our answers quote. Open “Where this comes from” on any answer to see the exact words, checked 24 September 2026. How we check
NHS website
About amoxicillin
NHS medicines information on amoxicillin – what it's used for and key facts.
NHS website
Who can and cannot take amoxicillin
NHS medicines information on who can take amoxicillin and who may not be able to take it.
NHS website
How and when to take amoxicillin
NHS medicines information on dosage for amoxicillin, how to take it and what to do if you miss a dose or take too much.
NHS website
Side effects of amoxicillin
NHS medicines information on side effects of amoxicillin and what you can do to cope.
NHS website
Taking amoxicillin with other medicines and herbal supplements
NHS medicines information on possible interactions with amoxicillin and other medicines, herbal remedies and supplements.
The Journal
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