Dosage: How should you take Amoxil?

Amoxil 250 mg can be taken with or without food. If you are using Amoxil suspension, shake it well before using. Amoxil dosage will be determined by the type of infection being treated.

Amoxil dosage for adults:

• Ear, Nose, Throat, Skin, Genital, and Urinary Tract Infections: The usual Amoxil dosage is 250 milligrams, taken every 8 hours.
• Infections of the Lower Respiratory Tract: The usual dosage of Amoxil is 500 milligrams, taken every 8 hours.
• Gonorrhea: The usual Amoxil dosage is 3 grams in a single oral dose.
• Gonococcal Infections Such as Acute, Uncomplicated Anogenital and Urethral Infections: 3 grams as a single oral dose.
• Ulcers: 1 gram of Amoxil in combination with 500 milligrams of Biaxin and 30 milligrams of Prevacid taken every 12 hours for 14 days. Alternatively, 1 gram of Amoxil can be taken with 30 milligrams of Prevacid every 8 hours for 14 days

Amoxil dosage for children:

• Children weighing 44 pounds and over should follow the recommended adult dose schedule.
• Children weighing under 44 pounds will have their Amoxil dosage determined by their weight.
• Dosage of Pediatric Drops: Use the dropper provided with the Amoxil medication to measure all doses.
• All Infections Except Those of the Lower Respiratory Tract:
  • Under 13 pounds: 0.75 milliliter every 8 hours
  • 13 to 15 pounds: 1 milliliter every 8 hours
  • 16 to 18 pounds: 1.25 milliliters every 8 hours
• Infections of the Lower Respiratory Tract:
  • Under 13 pounds: 1.25 milliliters every 8 hours
  • 13 to 15 pounds: 1.75 milliliters every 8 hours
  • 16 to 18 pounds: 2.25 milliliters every 8 hours
• Children weighing more than 18 pounds should take the oral liquid. The required amount of suspension should be placed directly on the child's tongue for swallowing. It can also be added to formula, milk, fruit juice, water, ginger ale, or cold drinks. The preparation should be taken immediately. To be certain the child is getting the full dose of medication, make sure he or she drinks the entire preparation.

Overdose of Amoxil 250 mg : Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose of Amoxil 250 mg, seek medical attention immediately.

Symptoms of Amoxil 250 mg overdose: May include, diarrhea, nausea, stomach cramps, vomiting.

If you miss a Amoxil 250 mg dose: Take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, and you take 2 doses a day, take the one you missed and the next dose 5 to 6 hours later. If you take 3 or more doses a day, take the one you missed and the next dose 2 to 4 hours later. Then go back to your regular schedule.

Storage instructions for Amoxil : Amoxil suspension and pediatric drops should be stored in a tightly closed bottle. Discard any unused medication after 14 days. Refrigeration is preferable. Store Amoxil capsules at or below 68 degrees Fahrenheit. Store tablets at or below 77 degrees Fahrenheit.

Preparations of Amoxil :

• Amoxil Tablets: Amoxil 250 mg, Amoxil 500 mg
• Amoxil Capsules: 250 mg, 500 mg.
• Amoxil chewable tablets: 125 mg, 2 50 mg.
• Amoxil pediatric drops: 50 mg per ml. Suspension: 125 mg per 5 ml teaspoon, 250 mg per 5 ml teaspoon