Amylmetacresol

No, Amylmetacresol is not antibiotic. It is a mild antiseptics which will kill the bacteria associated with mouth and throat infections. The action of sucking the lozenge stimulate saliva production which helps lubricate and soothe the painful area. In a condition where antibiotic is not necessary, non-antibiotic treatments such as Amylmetacresol which have broad antiseptic effects may be more appropriate to be use to prevent antimicrobial resistance.