Amoxicillin Trihydrate
Amoxicillin Trihydrate is a moderate-spectrum, beta-lactam antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections caused by susceptible microorganisms. It prevents the synthesis of bacterial cell walls, leading to cell death.
Dosage by Body Weight
Dosage is based on the type of infection, severity, and the patient's weight (particularly in children). It is typically administered every 8 to 12 hours. Complete the entire course of treatment even if symptoms disappear.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- 30 to 90 mg/day depending on infection severity
- Frequency
- Divided into 2 or 3 doses daily
- Tracking Notes
- Must be precisely calculated by a pediatrician based on exact weight (typically 20-40 mg/kg/day).
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 125 mg to 250 mg per day
- Frequency
- Divided into 2 to 3 doses daily
- Tracking Notes
- Approximately 1.25 to 2.5 mL of 125mg/5ml suspension per dose, 3 times daily.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 200 mg to 400 mg per day
- Frequency
- Divided into 2 to 3 doses daily
- Tracking Notes
- Commonly 2.5 to 5 mL of 125mg/5ml suspension per dose, 3 times daily.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 275 mg to 600 mg per day
- Frequency
- Divided into 2 to 3 doses daily
- Tracking Notes
- Adjust based on severity. High-dose therapy for otitis media may require more.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 400 mg to 800 mg per day
- Frequency
- Divided into 2 to 3 doses daily
- Tracking Notes
- Can transition to chewable tablets or 250mg/5ml suspension.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | 30 to 90 mg/day depending on infection severity | Divided into 2 or 3 doses daily | Must be precisely calculated by a pediatrician based on exact weight (typically 20-40 mg/kg/day). |
| 5-7 kg | 125 mg to 250 mg per day | Divided into 2 to 3 doses daily | Approximately 1.25 to 2.5 mL of 125mg/5ml suspension per dose, 3 times daily. |
| 8-10 kg | 200 mg to 400 mg per day | Divided into 2 to 3 doses daily | Commonly 2.5 to 5 mL of 125mg/5ml suspension per dose, 3 times daily. |
| 11-15 kg | 275 mg to 600 mg per day | Divided into 2 to 3 doses daily | Adjust based on severity. High-dose therapy for otitis media may require more. |
| 16-20 kg | 400 mg to 800 mg per day | Divided into 2 to 3 doses daily | Can transition to chewable tablets or 250mg/5ml suspension. |
Formulation
Purpose
Used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, such as middle ear infections (otitis media), strep throat, pneumonia, skin infections, and urinary tract infections.
Generic Name
AmoxicillinBranded Drug Names
Amoxicillin Trihydrate is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
Scheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.