Amoxicillin
Generic Name: Amoxicillin
Seek Urgent Medical Attention If:
Difficulty breathing, swelling of the lips, tongue, or throat, dizziness, sudden widespread hives (signs of life-threatening anaphylaxis).
Uses & Medical Indications
Treat bacterial infections
Otitis media, strep throat, pneumonia
Dosage & Administration Guidelines
500 mg every 8 hours or 875 mg every 12 hours
20-40 mg/kg/day in divided doses
Adjust for renal function
1750 mg/day
Reduce dose in severe impairment
N/A
Side Effects & Safety Warnings
Diarrhea, nausea
Anaphylaxis, C. diff diarrhea
Penicillin allergy
Risk of severe allergic reaction
Interactions (Drugs, Food & Alcohol)
Probenecid, Oral contraceptives
N/A
N/A
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safety
Generally considered safe
Compatible
Patient Counseling & Practical Advice
Complete full course
Take as soon as remembered, do not double dose
Resolution of infection
Frequently Asked Questions
Content for Amoxicillin was synthesized and fact-checked against standardized regulatory monographs, official pharmacopoeias, and national health authorities:
- Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) — IDSA Guidelines on Community-Acquired Pneumonia
- American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) — Clinical Practice Guideline: Acute Otitis Media
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