Penicillin v potassium and Diarrhea: What Users Say

• dra...
• October 29, 2009

Penicillin v potassium for Strep Throat "I started feeling a little bit better on the 2nd day after starting the Penicillin VK. I had a little bit of loose stools, but I believe that happens with most antibiotics-some much worse than others. I was much better after taking all of the medication-but once you get Strep, you are prone to it. I need to have my tonsils removed-they are enormous and just catching bacteria, which causes me to continue to get Strep."

• Sal...
• September 16, 2014

For Strep Throat "I had strep throat. I began a 10-day course of penicillin. I began to experience all the major side effects, including diarrhea, heart palpitations, low pulse, fatigue, and anxiety, just to name a few. Needless to say, the strep went away. But next time I get it, I'll request another treatment."

• tab...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 30, 2020

Penicillin v potassium for Bacterial Infection "I always lose my appetite with Penicillin VK medication. I also get diarrhea, but it's a small price to pay for healing!"