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How to Take Amoxicillin and it's Dose


Amoxicillin comes as a tablet, capsule, chewable tablet, syrup and pediatric drops to take by mouth. It is usually taken every 12 hours (twice a day) or every 8 hours (three times a day) with or without food. It is recommended that at least 10 days' treatment for any infection caused by Streptococcus pyogens to prevent the occurrence of acute rheumatic fever.

Dosage & When it is to be taken

Adult- PO- The recommended dose range is 0.25 to 3gm.
Child- The recommended dose is 25 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 12 hours.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

Drug Name : Amoxicillin

This medication is a penicillin-like , β-lactam antibiotic.


Brand Names or Trade Names of Amoxicillin

India :


International :


Amoxil, trimox, Moxatag, Wymox, Amoxil Pediatric Drops, trimox Pediatric Drops
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