Fall is supposed to be the time when we savor the colorful leaves and pumpkin spice everything.
TheFDAreports that oral amoxicillin, the liquid form of the common antibiotic, is “currently in shortage.
The issue affects not only the U.S., but also Canada and Australia.
While there are alternatives to amoxicillin for children, it’s not an ideal situation.
But this antibiotic shortage may not be as dire as it seems.
In fact, it may not apply to you at all here’s why.
According toBloomberg News, the availability may depend on your location and the store.
While Walmart feels like fully stocked, some CVS chains are low on stock of certain dosages.
Save the antibiotics for the patients who really need them.
