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Does Viagra Interact With Amoxicillin?

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Posted on Fri, 9 Dec 2016
Question: I am on a course of amoxicillin for a throat infection...can I take viagra at the same time?
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Answered by Dr. Bonnie Berger-Durnbaugh (51 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Safe to take Viagra and amoxicillin

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXXXXX

There are no interactions between amoxicillin and viagra. It is safe to take both.

The only thing else I have to add is that if you have a throat infection caused by a bacterial infection (strep?), you will want to be on the antibiotic for 24 hours before being close to people because it will take that long to not be contagious. If it is actually a viral infection instead, then you can still spread it as the antibiotic won't kill it. Also, make sure you feel well enough to be with someone - need to rest to recover.

I hope this information helps. Please let me know if I can provide further information or clarification.
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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Dr. Bonnie Berger-Durnbaugh

General & Family Physician

Practicing since :1991

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Does Viagra Interact With Amoxicillin?

Brief Answer: Safe to take Viagra and amoxicillin Detailed Answer: Hello XXXXXXX There are no interactions between amoxicillin and viagra. It is safe to take both. The only thing else I have to add is that if you have a throat infection caused by a bacterial infection (strep?), you will want to be on the antibiotic for 24 hours before being close to people because it will take that long to not be contagious. If it is actually a viral infection instead, then you can still spread it as the antibiotic won't kill it. Also, make sure you feel well enough to be with someone - need to rest to recover. I hope this information helps. Please let me know if I can provide further information or clarification.