Dosage of Amoxicillin Capsules

We should all have taken amoxicillin capsules in our daily lives, especially using it to reduce inflammation, which is a very common use. It is commonly used to treat pharyngitis, otitis media, etc. Everyone should also understand the dosage of amoxicillin capsules. The dosage used by patients of different age groups is different. When using this drug, you must pay attention to its dosage to avoid some adverse reactions caused by excessive taking.

Amoxicillin capsules are a very common medicine in our daily life. Many people should have taken this medicine, especially when there are some inflammations in the body, such as common tonsillitis, sinusitis, etc. When taking it, everyone should be clear about the dosage of amoxicillin capsules.

【Ingredients】

The main ingredient of this product is amoxicillin. Its chemical name is: (2S, 5R, 6R)-3, 3-dimethyl-6-[(R)-(-)-2-amino-(4-hydroxyphenyl)acetylamino]-7-oxo-4-thia-1-azabicyclo[3, 2, 0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid trihydrate.

Chemical structure:

Molecular formula: C16H19N3O5S·3H2O

Molecular weight: 419.46

【Properties】

The content of this product is white to yellow powder or granules

【Indications】

1. Upper respiratory tract infections such as otitis media, sinusitis, pharyngitis, tonsillitis, etc. caused by hemolytic streptococci, pneumococci, staphylococci or Haemophilus influenzae.

2. Urinary and genital tract infections caused by Escherichia coli, Proteus mirabilis or Enterococcus faecalis.

3. Skin and soft tissue infections caused by hemolytic streptococci, staphylococci or Escherichia coli.

4. Lower respiratory tract infections such as acute bronchitis and pneumonia caused by hemolytic streptococci, pneumococci, staphylococci or Haemophilus influenzae.

5. Acute simple gonorrhea.

6. This product can also be used to treat typhoid fever, typhoid carriers and leptospirosis; amoxicillin can also be used in combination with clarithromycin and lansoprazole to eradicate Helicobacter pylori in the stomach and duodenum and reduce the recurrence rate of gastrointestinal ulcers.

【Specification】

0.5g

[Usage and Dosage] Amoxicillin is suitable for the following infections caused by sensitive bacteria (strains that do not produce β-lactamase):

oral. Adults: 0.5g (1 tablet) at a time, once every 6 to 8 hours. The daily dose should not exceed 4g (8 tablets). The daily dose for children is 20 to 40 mg/kg based on body weight, once every 8 hours; the daily dose for infants under 3 months old is 30 mg/kg based on body weight, once every 12 hours.

Patients with severe renal impairment need to adjust the dosage. For patients with endogenous creatinine clearance of 10 to 30 ml/min, 0.25 to 0.5 g every 12 hours is recommended.

(1/2 to 1 tablet); for patients with endogenous creatinine clearance less than 10 ml/min, take 0.25 to 0.5 g (1/2 to 1 tablet) every 24 hours.

【Adverse Reactions】

1. Gastrointestinal reactions such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and pseudomembranous enterocolitis.

2. Allergic reactions such as rash, drug fever and asthma.

3. Anemia, thrombocytopenia, eosinophilia, etc.

4. Serum aminotransferase may be slightly elevated.

5. Superinfection caused by Candida albicans or drug-resistant bacteria.

6. Occasionally, central nervous system symptoms such as excitement, anxiety, insomnia, dizziness and abnormal behavior may occur.

【Taboo】

It is contraindicated in patients with penicillin allergy or penicillin skin test positive.

【Notes】

1. A penicillin sodium skin test must be performed before use, and it is contraindicated for those with a positive reaction.

2. Patients with infectious mononucleosis are prone to rash when using this product and should avoid using it.

3. Patients who undergo longer treatment courses should have their liver and kidney functions and blood routine checked.

4. Amoxicillin may cause false positive urine glucose tests using Benedit or Fehling reagents.

5. Use with caution in the following situations:

(1) Those with a history of allergic diseases such as asthma and hay fever.

(2) The dose may need to be adjusted in the elderly and patients with severe renal impairment.

Everyone should be clear about the dosage of amoxicillin capsules. If you do not pay attention to the amount when taking this medicine, some adverse reactions will occur. If nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and diarrhea occur while taking the medicine, you must stop taking the medicine in time to avoid other serious consequences due to untimely treatment.