Can Amoxicillin capsules be used for mouth ulcers?

Jun 27, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I have developed a mouth ulcer, and my friend suggested that taking Amoxicillin capsules could help alleviate it. Can mouth ulcers be treated with Amoxicillin capsules?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Guo Huijie
Oral ulcers can be treated with Amoxicillin capsules, but the following points should be noted: 1. Amoxicillin capsules are mainly used for secondary infections caused by oral ulcers and have anti-infective properties. 2. Amoxicillin capsules must be taken under a doctor's guidance. Self-medication should be avoided to prevent adverse reactions or harm to the body. 3. During treatment, it is important to maintain good oral hygiene and avoid consuming irritating foods to prevent reduced drug effectiveness or worsening of ulcers. 4. In addition to Amoxicillin capsules, patients with oral ulcers can also use medications such as oral ulcer powder or lidocaine gel as advised by a doctor, to relieve pain and discomfort associated with ulcers. Patients with oral ulcers should use Amoxicillin capsules cautiously and only under the guidance of a doctor.