I'm 19 weeks pregnant and have been taking 150mg low dose aspirin since 12 weeks for various reasons.
Sadly, over the last week, I developed an infection and my GP prescribed amoxicillin (penicillin).
I forgot to ask in the consult if taking both at once is safe, but later got confirmation from GP that it is "generally safe."
However, I've since read this:
'Amoxicillin and low-dose aspirin generally do not have a well-documented, direct clinical interaction in standard daily practice. However, a 2019 study indicates a potential interaction where amoxicillin alters gut bacteria, reducing the metabolism of aspirin, which may increase the levels of its active metabolite, salicylic acid, in the body.'
So, I don't know what to do now. I'm currently on the amoxicillin, but not the aspirin. I'm not all that pleased about being off the aspirin, though. I'm worried.
I guess I'm looking for anecdotal stories from others who have taken low dose aspirin and antibiotics together, thanks.