| Quantity | Price per tablet | You save | Total price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | £1.20 | - | £23.93 | |
| 30 | £0.86 | £10.11 | £25.78 | |
| 60 | £0.42 | £46.82 | £24.96 | |
| 90 | £0.37 | £74.34 | £33.34 | |
| 120 | £0.34 | £102.23 | £41.34 | |
| 180 | £0.32 | £158.31 | £57.04 | |
| 270 | £0.30 | £241.46 | £81.56 | |
| 360 | £0.29 | £326.17 | £104.53 |
| Quantity | Price per tablet | You save | Total price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | £2.58 | - | £25.78 | |
| 20 | £1.39 | £23.85 | £27.71 | |
| 30 | £0.76 | £54.60 | £22.74 | |
| 60 | £0.54 | £122.23 | £32.45 | |
| 90 | £0.46 | £190.68 | £41.34 | |
| 120 | £0.42 | £258.54 | £50.82 | |
| 180 | £0.39 | £394.18 | £69.86 | |
| 240 | £0.37 | £530.71 | £88.01 | |
| 360 | £0.35 | £801.62 | £126.45 |
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| Delivery Method | Estimated delivery |
|---|---|
| Express Free for orders over £222.24 | Estimated delivery to the UK: 4-7 days |
| Standard Free for orders over £148.16 | Estimated delivery to the UK: 14-21 days |
| Country | Brand Names |
|---|---|
| New Zealand | Alpha-Amoxi Apo-Amoxi Flemoxin Ibiamox Moxlin Ospamox Penamox |
| Canada | Apo-Amoxi |
Amoxil is the well-known branded form of amoxicillin, a penicillin-type antibiotic supplied as oral capsules. We offer Amoxil in two strengths, 250 mg and 500 mg, across a range of pack sizes, so the real decision for most customers is not whether amoxicillin will help, but which strength and quantity match the course a prescriber has set out.
This guide walks through the pack sizes and their value, the practical differences between the two strengths, how amoxicillin is normally used and taken, the safety points worth knowing, and how prescription handling and delivery work when you order Amoxil from us in the United Kingdom.
Before comparing numbers, it helps to separate the variables involved. Strength (250 mg or 500 mg) determines how much amoxicillin is in each capsule. Pack size determines how many capsules arrive in a single order. Together, these choices determine how closely an option matches the prescribed course and whether any capsules would be left unused once that course finishes.
We keep both strengths in stock as standard capsules taken by mouth, with no extended-release or alternative dosage form involved. That keeps the comparison straightforward: the variables affecting total cost are strength and pack quantity, not formulation. The selected option should still follow the prescribed strength, dose and course length rather than being based on unit price alone.
Because amoxicillin courses are usually time-limited and doses are taken at prescribed intervals, matching the pack size to the number of capsules actually required is the main practical measure of value. A larger pack may lower the price per capsule, but it is not better value when it creates an unnecessary surplus. Leftover antibiotics should not be saved for self-treatment of a later illness or shared with anyone else.
The comparison below highlights six of our 500 mg package sizes, with total price, price per capsule and the relative saving available through larger packs. It lets you judge value at a glance rather than working it out from a price list.
Our full current quantity options are 20, 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, 270 and 360 capsules for the 250 mg strength, and 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120, 180, 240 and 360 capsules for the 500 mg strength. Check the exact quantities and current prices shown on our order screen before checkout, since those figures are confirmed there rather than estimated in this guide.
Amoxicillin dosing is set by a prescriber according to the infection being treated, its severity, and the patient's kidney function and body weight. Typical adult dosing ranges from 250 mg to 500 mg taken three times a day, with higher doses used for some severe infections; children's dosing is based on weight and is often delivered as a liquid rather than a capsule. The table below sets out how the two capsule strengths we stock typically fit into that pattern, purely as general medicine information rather than an individual recommendation.
| Strength | Typical adult use | Practical note |
|---|---|---|
| 250 mg | Lower-dose regimens, or used in combination to reach a total dose set by a prescriber | Appropriate where a prescriber has specified a 250 mg dose or a regimen requiring 250 mg dose steps |
| 500 mg | Standard adult dosing for many common infections, including use within some regimens for H. pylori-related ulcers | May mean fewer capsules per dose when a higher total amount of amoxicillin has been prescribed |
If your prescriber has specified milligrams per dose rather than a number of capsules, matching that figure to one of our two strengths, rather than assuming a pack size, is the safest starting point. Our order form lets you select strength and quantity separately, so you are not limited to a single fixed combination.
Amoxil is a brand name; amoxicillin is the active ingredient inside it. Generic amoxicillin contains the same active ingredient, although inactive ingredients, appearance and packaging can differ between manufacturers. Where a prescriber has specified a particular brand or formulation, follow that instruction rather than switching products independently.
Amoxicillin is not effective against every bacterial infection, and some infections call for a different antibiotic or a combination product instead. Where a prescriber has specified amoxicillin with clavulanic acid rather than amoxicillin alone, that is a different product with a broader spectrum of activity, and we also stock this as Augmentin. For infections where a non-penicillin antibiotic has been prescribed instead, we separately offer Doxycycline. None of these should be substituted for one another without a prescriber's guidance, since they differ in spectrum, dosing, interactions and suitability for particular infections or allergies.
Amoxicillin is prescribed for a wide range of susceptible bacterial infections affecting the respiratory tract, ears, sinuses, urinary tract and skin. It is also used, usually alongside other medicines, as part of combination regimens to treat H. pylori infection linked to stomach and duodenal ulcers. It has no effect on viral illnesses such as colds or flu, and unnecessary use contributes to antibiotic resistance without providing a benefit.
The correct antibiotic depends on the likely organism, infection site, local resistance patterns, allergy history and individual medical circumstances. Symptoms alone are not enough to confirm that amoxicillin is appropriate.
Amoxicillin belongs to the penicillin class of antibiotics. It works by interfering with the construction of bacterial cell walls, causing susceptible bacteria to weaken and die as they grow and divide. It does not work against bacteria that are resistant to amoxicillin or against viruses.
Amoxicillin capsules can be taken with or without food, though taking them with a meal can reduce mild stomach upset for some people. Doses are normally spaced evenly through the day according to the prescribed regimen. Follow the dose and duration on the dispensing label or supplied instructions, and complete the prescribed course unless a clinician tells you to stop or a serious reaction requires urgent care. Capsules should be swallowed whole with water.
If a dose is missed, follow the patient information leaflet or advice from a pharmacist or prescriber. In general, a missed dose may be taken when remembered unless it is nearly time for the next one; two doses should not be taken together to compensate. Buying extra capsules does not make up for irregular dosing.
We store our stock, and recommend that customers store their supply, at 20°C to 25°C in a tightly closed container, away from moisture and heat. Check the expiry date before use and keep the medicine out of the sight and reach of children. Unused capsules should be taken to a pharmacy for safe disposal rather than placed in household waste or kept for a future infection.
Amoxicillin is generally well tolerated, but like all antibiotics it carries recognised risks that should be understood before starting a course.
Important interactions include methotrexate, probenecid, allopurinol and oral anticoagulants such as warfarin. Probenecid can increase amoxicillin exposure, allopurinol may increase the likelihood of skin reactions, methotrexate toxicity may be increased, and anticoagulant monitoring may need adjustment. Mention all current medicines, supplements and allergy history to a pharmacist or prescriber before treatment. People with impaired kidney function may also need an adjusted dose. Our pharmacist team is available if you want to discuss a specific interaction or health condition before ordering.
Amoxicillin is classified as a prescription-only medicine under UK medicines regulation, reflecting its status as an antibiotic that requires professional oversight rather than open, unsupervised use. A specific UK marketing authorisation for our exact Amoxil pack has not been separately confirmed, since authorisation is tied to individual manufacturers and products, although amoxicillin capsules remain within the UK's prescription-only framework.
Separately from that classification, our ordering process for this listing does not require a prescription document to be submitted before we accept your order, so you can buy Amoxil without submitting a prescription through our checkout. This describes our ordering policy and does not change amoxicillin's regulatory status in the UK or establish that it is suitable for a particular infection. Our pharmacist team remains available by chat or email if you have questions before ordering.
Once you have chosen a strength and pack size, our checkout confirms the exact option, current price and delivery details for your order before payment. We have supported UK customers since 2018, and our support team is reachable every day of the week.
If your plans change after ordering or you need help checking the selected product option, our support team can help you review the order before your parcel is dispatched. Questions about the medically appropriate dose or course length should be referred to a prescriber or pharmacist rather than resolved by selecting a larger pack.
The best-value Amoxil pack is the one that matches the prescribed strength and required number of capsules without creating an unnecessary surplus. Use the pack-value comparison above to see how price per capsule changes across the highlighted package sizes, but check the complete quantity range before deciding. Confirm that the strength, dose and course length are appropriate, then verify the selected quantity and total price in our checkout before completing your order.
I'm in Stoke-on-Trent. Can amoxicillin capsules usually travel by post without being spoiled?
Capsules can normally be mailed when they are appropriately protected from crushing and moisture and handled in line with their labelled storage conditions. Store them at 20°C to 25°C in a tightly closed container, away from heat and damp; on arrival, check that the pack is intact and the capsules are dry and undamaged before use.
I drive a delivery van for work. Is it safe to drive while I'm taking amoxicillin capsules?
Amoxicillin is not usually sedating, so most people can drive as normal. Do not drive if you develop dizziness, severe allergic symptoms, or any other effect that makes you feel unwell or unable to drive safely.
| Active ingredient | Amoxicillin |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Penicillin antibiotic |
| Dosage form | Capsule |
| Available strengths | 250 mg, 500 mg |
| Route | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20°C to 25°C in a tightly closed container, away from moisture and heat. |
| ATC code | J01CA04 |
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