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Amoxicillin
💊 Used for: Respiratory infections, ear infections, UTIs
Formulation
Syrup
250mg/5ml
Dose Range
20–40 mg/kg
Max Daily
90 mg/kg
Frequency
Every 8 hours (3 times daily)
Max Single
1000 mg
Route: Oral
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: 250mg/5ml
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 100–200 mg | 2.0–4.0 ml | ≤ 450 mg |
| 6 kg | 120–240 mg | 2.4–4.8 ml | ≤ 540 mg |
| 7 kg | 140–280 mg | 2.8–5.6 ml | ≤ 630 mg |
| 8 kg | 160–320 mg | 3.2–6.4 ml | ≤ 720 mg |
| 9 kg | 180–360 mg | 3.6–7.2 ml | ≤ 810 mg |
| 10 kg | 200–400 mg | 4.0–8.0 ml | ≤ 900 mg |
| 12 kg | 240–480 mg | 4.8–9.6 ml | ≤ 1080 mg |
| 15 kg | 300–600 mg | 6.0–12.0 ml | ≤ 1350 mg |
| 18 kg | 360–720 mg | 7.2–14.4 ml | ≤ 1620 mg |
| 20 kg | 400–800 mg | 8.0–16.0 ml | ≤ 1800 mg |
| 25 kg | 500–1000 mg | 10.0–20.0 ml | ≤ 2250 mg |
| 30 kg | 600–1200 mg | 12.0–24.0 ml | ≤ 2700 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Monitor for allergic reactions
- •Complete full course of treatment
- •May cause diarrhea
Possible Side Effects
- •Diarrhea (common)
- •Skin rash, urticaria
- •Nausea, vomiting
- •Rare: anaphylaxis
- •C. difficile colitis with prolonged use
- •Amoxicillin rash (benign in EBV patients)
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