Dosage: How should you take Trimox?

Trimox can be taken with or without food.
Dosages will be determined by the type of infection being treated.

ADULTS
Trimox for Ear, Nose, Throat, Skin, Genital, and Urinary Tract Infections:
The usual dosage is 250 milligrams, taken every 8 hours.

Trimox for Infections of the Lower Respiratory Tract:
The usual dosage is 500 milligrams, taken every 8 hours.

Trimox for Gonorrhea:
The usual dosage is 3 grams in a single oral dose.

Trimox for Gonococcal Infections Such as Acute, Uncomplicated Anogenital and Urethral Infections:
3 grams as a single oral dose.

Trimox for Ulcers:
1 gram of Trimox in combination with 500 milligrams of Biaxin and 30 milligrams of Prevacid taken every 12 hours for 14 days.

Alternatively, 1 gram of Trimox can be taken with 30 milligrams of Prevacid every 8 hours for 14 days.

TROMOX FOR CHILDREN
Children weighing 44 pounds and over should follow the recommended adult dose schedule.
Children weighing under 44 pounds will have their dosage determined by their weight.

If you miss a Trimox dose
Take the missed dose of Trimox as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of Trimox to make up for a missed one.

Trimox Overdose
Trimox taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical attention immediately.

Symptoms of Trimox overdose may include:

• diarrhea,
• nausea,
• stomach cramps,
• vomiting

Trimox Storage instructions
Keep Trimox in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store the capsules and tablets at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any amount of Trimox that is outdated or no longer needed. The liquid medication preferably should be kept in the refrigerator, but it may be stored at room temperature. Throw away any unused amount of Trimox after 14 days. Do not freeze. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.

Trimox Preparations : Capsules – 250 mg, 500 mg.
Tablets: 250 mg, 500 mg
Chewable tablets: 125 mg, 250 mg.
Pediatric drops: 50 mg per ml.
Suspension: 125 mg per 5 ml teaspoon, 250 mg per 5 ml teaspoon