Whether taking amoxicillin for a cold is effective depends on whether it is combined with a bacterial infection; colds are usually caused by viral infections, and usually do not need to be treated with antibiotics; however, for colds combined with bacterial infections, the use of amoxicillin may be effective. Cold, generally belongs to the viral infection, in the case of body resistance decline, do not pay attention to warmth, cold easily lead to cold, can appear nasal congestion, runny, sneezing and other symptoms, usually take amoxicillin is ineffective, can be treated by drinking more hot water, pay attention to warmth, and if necessary, to take cold medicines, such as cold Ling particles, antiviral particles and so on. However, when the cold is combined with bacterial infection: after the cold, the patient’s general resistance is poor, and it is easy to be combined with bacterial infection. When there is a clear bacterial infection, the application of amoxicillin may be effective. When the symptoms of cold and flu are serious, you should consult the doctor in time and use medicine under the doctor’s guidance.