Amoxicillin Dosage

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My son has a horrible cough for days now following an up and down temp. I have a few 500mg of Amoxicillin capsules from my recent dental root canal fun times. Is it alright for me to break the capsule and put a small dosage into his juice/food? He gets bad anxiety at the doctors office I'd like to spare him the upset if it's something I can take care of at home. ## Hello, Ally! How is your son doing? No, that's never a good idea. He may not have an infection, if he does this may not be the appropriate antibiotic to treat it, you could end up giving him too much or too little.. there are just too many risks involved. It would be best to see his doctor for a proper diagnosis and prescription, if necessary. The FDA classifies this medication as being an antibiotic and it's ...

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I took my first dose of amoxicillin at 4pm can i take second midnight before i go to bed and then start regime tomorrow? ## Hi Kennett, The dosing instructions for Amoxicillin are largely dependent on the severity and type of infection you have. So unfortunately I can't offer you any specific dosing advice without knowing what type of infection you're taking it for. You may want to confirm dosing and administration details with your doctor if there's something unclear about your regimen. However, as a guideline, the usual adult dose of Amoxicillin for "most types of infections" is 500 mg orally 3 times a day or 875 mg orally twice a day for 7 to 10 days I hope this info helps! ## I had three back tooth removed yesterday by my oral surgeon doctor and was prescribed am...

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I need to know what the dosage for a seven year old is with amoxicillin? Pills only... she has a yeast infection. ## Dosage information for Amoxicillin would have to be retrieved from your doctor; as I am not an MD or medical specialist, I cannot assess what dosing is right each individual. However if you would like to view more information regarding Amoxicillin, then please visit the link below... If you have any other questions or concerns, please post back and I will be happy to assist you. ## how many mg of Augmentin tablets should i give for a child 7 years old 48 lb double ear infection the dr gave me 875 mg 2 times a day ## DON'T give her an antibiotic for a yeast infection. Dr's will usuallygive you a yeast infection pill when giving you an anitbiotic bc they can cause t...

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I just got pooprescribed amoxicillin today,and took my first 125mg at three pm,can I take another now,it's 10:38 pm, I'm feeling bad? I'm prescribed for two a day? ## Hello, Tom! How are you? I'm sorry that you're ill. No, you should follow the prescribed dosing schedule. It will take several days, usually about 3, before you start to feel improvement from taking this antibiotic. It will not alleviate symptoms immediately. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this medication as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Hi my son is 6 years old and has pink eye. I took him to urgent care because I couldn't get into his normal pediatrician before they closed for the day. He has also been having pain behind one of his ears/kind of on his jaw line. I told the doctor this and he checked his ears saying he did not have an ear infection but that he believes it could be mastoiditis. This concerns me but the doc acted like it isn't a big deal. He prescribed eye drops for pink eye and amoxicillin 250mg/5ml suspect 100ml and told me to give him 17.5ml 2x a day. He only weighs 46 pounds. I feel like this is way too much for his age and weight. Is this amount too much or is it normal for his diagnosis? Please help! ## You should give him the dosage the doctor has prescribed. Antibiotics are usually dosed a...

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What is the recommend Amoxicillin dosage for a 6 yr old who is 46 lbs? My son is 6 yrs old and has a bad ear infection in one ear. Doctor gave him 500 mg of Amoxicillin 2 times/day, 2 teaspoon (10mg). He weighs 46 lbs. I just think it seems like a lot for his age. Please let me know if it's ok? Thank you! ## Hi Inna, According to an article I found on the site for Livestrong, kids between the ages of 2 months and 6 years old are usually given 80 to 90 mgs of amoxicillin per kilogram of body weight per day. This is supposed to be divided up into two or three doses and is generally prescribed for about 10 days. Every child may react differently though...so unfortunately I can't say for sure whether this dosing schedule is right for your son. That question seems like it'll be b...

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80 lb dog = how much amoxicillin? ## I have 250mg Amoxicillin capsules, but my dog only needs 60mg. How would I handle this? Rocky weighs 6 1/2 lbs. I believe I calculated the dose correctly. ## Can the Amoxicillin 400 mg (bmp 196) green tablets be crushed and mixed with food to give to my dog? ## How much amoxicillin tr k clv 500/125 is safe for an 8lb dog? She has skin irritation after her cycle. ## Hello, According to the NIH "The recommended dose of amoxicillin in dogs and cats is 5-10mg/pound" so a dog who is 80 lbs should have 400-800 mg. Since this is such a wide gap I suggest you call into your vet office and see what they suggest, typically if they have your animal on file they will have a good estimate of what they should have. Best wishes and happy holidays.

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My daughter is slim, 40 kgss, prescribed 1000 mg amoxicillin twice a day for tooth pain, is this too much ## How old is she? Past the age of 12, it is usually dosed according to the severity of the infection, prior to that, it is dosed by weight. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. That is not, however, a dangerous dose. That amount can be prescribed, if necessary. ## My 13 year old has tonsillitis can she take a 500mg amoxicillin capsule??

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Hi. My 2 and a half year old son was prescribed amoxicillin by a doctor at the hospital. I know he said to give it 3 times a day but he never stated whether to give 2.5ml or 5ml. It's got 250mg/5ml on the box. How much should I give him 3 times a day? ## I have my son 3 years old He has infections in hear and noses I don' t have the proper Amoxicillin for a kids, so the one I have is 500mg pills Please how you can assist me ## @Vikki, If it's got 250mg/5mL on the box, then my understanding is that this is the standard dosing protocol to take as instructed. However, according to the MayoClinic, "if the child/infant is older than 3 months of age & weighing less than 40 kg (88lbs), the dose is then based on body weight and must be determined by the prescribing doctor....

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Hello, I (adult) was prescribed 875MG tablets of AMOX/CLAV - 1 tablet 2x a day for strep throat over a month ago but I am now better. My daughter who is 7 weighs 45 pounds has strep now and I have about 18 Augmenton pills left over. What is the dosage for her age? She has had to take pills in the past and I was going to break them up for the correct dosage but i'm not sure what that is. Her insurance does not kick in until the 1st of the month so if it possible just to give her my leftover meds it would save me a ton of money that I don't really have. If it is not possible then I would of course take her into the Dr. ## Hello, Beth! How is your daughter? No, it is never a good idea to try to dose a child with something that was prescribed for an adult. She may not even have an i...

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My daughter was given amoxicillin 250mg/5ml by her doctor for little ear and throat infection. On the second day after taking this medicine, my daughter started losing her voice. Now her voice barely comes out when she tries to talk or when she cries. Also she started getting cough specially while sleeping. I want to know is this another side effect of tis medicine and I stop giving her this medicine? If not, what is the correct dose i Should give her? She is 13 months old and 19 lbs. ## Actually, if she had a throat infection, then those symptoms are most likely from that and not from the antibiotic. The side effects from the antibiotic can include things like diarrhea, nausea and non-allergic skin rash. Learn more Amoxicillin details here. And the dose is based on her weight, so that...

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She weighs 41 lbs and has an abscess on her gums ## Hello, Maria! How is the little lady? What dosage has her dentist instructed her to take? The dosage can vary, depending on the type and severity of the infection. Does she have a bad tooth? You should follow their instructions, as provided, to properly eradicate the infection. This medication may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. ## My granddaughter was given amoxicillin 400mg/5ml susp. and I was informed that she should take 10 ml twice a day. She is 4 years old and weighs 42lbs. Is this dosage correct for her? Thank you. ## The dr prescribed my daughter 400mg of amoxicillin (9mL 2 times per day). My daughter is 4 and weighs 35lbs... This has to be too much right? Seems unreal... She ...

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How much amoxicillin is safe for a 5 year old at 38 lbs? ## Hi indi, According to the MayoClinic, (if you're intending on using amoxicillin for a typical bacterial infection), the dose for children older than 3 months of age, weighing less than 88lbs is based on body weight and "must be determined by your doctor". However, they go on to note that the "usual" dose is anywhere from 20 to 45mg per 2.2lbs of body weight (per day); to be divided and administered every 8 to 12 hours. You could try to do the math on that in order to get a rough estimate - But ideally, like they said, you should discuss these details with your doctor just to be on the safe side. Hope this helps!

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My grand daughter is 8 years weighs 98 lbs and is almost 5 feet tall, what would be a normal dosage for strap throat ## Hello, Mamaw! How is your granddaughter doing? At her age, the dosage depends on her weight and the severity of the infection. What dosage has her doctor prescribed? The FDA lists the typical side effects of this antibiotic as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea.

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For an 11 year old boy who weighs 90 lbs. ## Hello, Jill! How are you? The dosage of this antibiotic for children can vary, depending on the severity of the infection being treated, as well as the child's weight, so it should be given according to their doctor's prescribing instructions. It may cause side effects, such as nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Learn more Amoxicillin details here. Is there anything else I can help with? ## i have a 11 year old boy and he has tonsilitis, is it ok to give him amoxicillin 500 mg? ## My daughter 8 y.o weight 77lbs have ear infection AOM with Pharyngitis, dr prescribe 1400mg x2 per day meaning 1400mg 12 hourly for 7 days. I think its too much, I believe max only 1400mg for 1 day which is around max 500mg per 8 hourly....

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My daughter is slim, bout 36 pounds, prescribed 1000 mg amoxicillin twice a day for tooth pain, is this too much ## Hello, Faith! How are you? No, that can be a normal dosage, depending on the type and severity of the infection. The FDA lists the typical side effects of antibiotic as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. Has the infection cleared up, yet?

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My daughter is 40 lbs and was given amoxicillin 4ml every 8 hrs for tick bite. Is this to much seems like a lot for a 4 year old. ## How much is in that 4mls? I'm sorry, but you didn't include this information, so I'm unable to answer your question. Can you please post back and clarify? For children, however, it is usually dosed according to their weight and the severity of the infection. The FDA lists the typical side effects of this antibiotic as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea.

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Hi, is a 500mg dose bid for a 5 year old weighing about 27 lbs correct for pna? ## Hello! How is he doing? I'm sorry, but there are a couple diagnoses that are abbreviated as PNA, can you please be more specific? As to the dosage, you should follow the instruction given by the prescribing doctor. In children, the dosage varies according to the infection being treated and body weight. Side effects may include nausea, dizziness, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea. ## My daughter is 5 yrs old 35lbs how much amoxillin do I give her she has a gum infection... ## Went to the dr for my 3 year old was di diagnosed with a very bad ear infection, the dr prescribesEd 11.5 ML 2 times a day. My son weighs 44lbs is this the correct dose. Only asking because we I went to her his prescription the ...

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I have 12 yr old weighing around 90 lbs what is the dosage in mls for liquid suspension dosage for amoxicillin ## I forgot to mention the amoxicillin is for strep throat. What is liquid suspension dosage with a syringe for a 90lb 12 yr old ## I'm sorry, but you didn't say what the dosage of the liquid suspension is, so I'm unable to help you. Can you please post back and clarify? What amount did his doctor instruct you to give him? The FDA lists the typical side effects of this antibiotic as possibly including nausea, dizziness, headache, non-allergic skin rash and diarrhea.

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As part of flu, I had congetion with flum accumulation. Tried a course of mild antibiotics 250 mg but still traces of flum used to come out with cough. So I thought of taking Amox-500 mg (it was available at home). After taking tablet I realized that I shouldn't have taken such a strong dose and now I want to stop. Please let me know if this has any side effects or relapse of lung infecton? ## Was an infection confirmed by a doctor? A flu isn't caused by a bacterial infection, it is caused by a virus and antibiotics will not be effective at treating it, or its symptoms. They are only effective against bacterial infections. However, if it was an infection and your doctor told you take the antibiotics for a certain period of time and you didn't, yes there is the risk of the in...

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