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Amoxicillin Pediatric Dosage Calculator

Enter the age and weight in the Amoxicillin pediatric dosage calculator to estimate the appropriate Amoxicillin dosage for adults and children.

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This amoxicillin pediatric dosage calculator determines the dosage for children and adults based on weight or common infection indications.

How Does This Amoxicillin Pediatric Dosage Calculator Work?

Input:

Enter the age in Weeks, Months, or Years.
Submit the weight in Kg, Lb, or Stones.
Choose the strength of the dosage.
Select the indication for the dosage.
Add the route of administration (oral, injection, etc.).
Check your dosage (optional).
Click the "Calculate" button to find the recommended Amoxicillin dosage.

Output:

Recommended dosage of Amoxicillin.
Quantity of dosage in mg or ml.

What is Amoxicillin?

Amoxicillin is a penicillin-derived antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, including tonsillitis, bronchitis, urinary tract infections (UTIs), and pneumonia.

Amoxicillin pediatric dosage can be administered in the form of liquids, tablets, or capsules, depending on the patient’s age and preference.

This antibiotic works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. It can be used safely in both adults and children, and accurate dosing can be determined using an Amoxicillin Pediatric Dosage Calculator.

Amoxicillin Dosage Chart:

The Amoxicillin dosage chart varies based on the patient’s weight, age, condition, dosage strength, and frequency. Using an Amoxicillin dose calculator makes it easy to determine the correct dose based on these factors, ensuring safe and effective treatment for children and adults alike.

Condition	Age	Dosage	Frequency
Acute otitis media (AOM)	Any age + severe sx	80-90 mg/kg/day To a max of 4 g/day	q8h x 10 days
	2mo - 2yo		q12h x 10 days

			q8h x 10 days
	2-5yo		q12h x 7 days
	2-5yo		q8h x 7 days
	≥6yo		q12h x 5-7 days
	≥6yo		q8h x 5-7 days
Pneumonia	≥3mo	90 mg/kg/day To a max of 4 g/day	q8h x 7-10 days
Acute bacterial rhinosinusitis	Low-dose ≥2yo	45 mg/kg/day To a max of 4 g/day	q12h x 5-10 days
Acute bacterial rhinosinusitis	High-dose ≥2yo	80-90 mg/kg/day To a max of 4 g/day	q8h x 7-10 days
Group A streptococcal tonsillopharyngitis	3-18yo	50 mg/kg/day To a max of 1 g/day	q12h x 10 days
Urinary tract infection (UTI)	Any age	40 mg/kg/day To a max of 1.5 g/day	q8h x 7 days

Amoxicillin Dosage by Weight:

The Amoxicillin dosage can be adjusted based on the child’s weight. It can be used to treat conditions such as strep throat or administered through simple oral formulations for infants. The following Amoxicillin pediatric dosing recommendations, based on different weight ranges, are used by our Amoxicillin Dosage Calculator:

Age	Weight	Strength	mg	ml	Dosage
1-month	4.5Kg	amoxicillin 125mg/5ml dosage for child	67.5 - 135	2.7 - 5.4	3 Times Per Day
3 month	7 Kg	amoxicillin 250mg/5ml dosage for child	105 - 210	2.1 - 4.2	3 Times Per Day
6 month	15 Kg	amoxicillin 250mg/5ml dosage for child	225 - 450	4.5 - 9	3 Times Per Day
2 years	15 kg	amoxicillin dosage for 2 year old	255 - 510	5.1 - 10.2	3 Times Per Day
5 year	20 kg	amoxicillin 250mg/5ml dosage for child	300 - 600	6 - 12	3 Times Per Day
10 year	30 Kg	amoxicillin 400mg/5ml dosage for child	450 - 900	5.625 - 11.25	3 Times Per Day
15 year	35 Kg	amoxicillin 400 mg/5 ml susp dosage for child	525 - 1050	6.5625 - 13.125	3 Times Per Day
16 years	40 Kg	amoxicillin 250mg/5ml dosage for child	600 - 1200	12 - 24	3 Times Per Day
17 years	50 Kg	amoxicillin 400 mg/5 ml susp dosage for child	750 - 1500	9.375 - 18.75	3 Times Per Day

FAQs:

How Many Days Should I Take 500 mg of Amoxicillin?

Amoxicillin is typically taken for 5 to 10 days or until the infection is fully cleared. For bacterial infections, the standard dosage is 500 mg. You can also use an Amoxicillin Pediatric Dosage Calculator to determine the exact dosage based on weight and age.

Can I Take Amoxicillin on an Empty Stomach?

Amoxicillin can be taken with or without food. However, if it upsets your stomach, it is recommended to take it with food. Taking it on an empty stomach may sometimes increase gastrointestinal irritation.

What is the Maximum Dose of Amoxicillin in Pediatrics?

The maximum pediatric dose of Amoxicillin is generally considered to be 4 grams per day. Oral administration typically involves 500 mg per dose, or 1 g per dose for higher weight children. Using a Co-Amoxiclav or Amoxicillin Pediatric Dose Calculator can help determine the safest and most accurate dose for a child.

Disclaimer:

All calculations provided by the Amoxicillin Pediatric Dosage Calculator are based on standard estimations. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before deciding the specific dose of Amoxicillin for yourself or your child.

References:

From Wikipedia: Amoxicillin – Medical uses

From MedlinePlus: Amoxicillin – Why this medication is prescribed

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