Amoxil
Overview
- About Amoxil
The chewable tablet form of Amoxil contains phenylalanine. If you or your child has the hereditary disease phenylketonuria, this form of Amoxil should not be used.
Possible food and drug interactions when taking Amoxil
If Amoxil is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of
either could be increased, decreased, or altered. It is especially
important to check with your doctor before combining Amoxil with
the following:
Chloramphenicol (Chloromycetin)
Erythromycin (E.E.S., PCE, others)
Oral contraceptives
Probenecid
Tetracycline (Achromycin V, others)
Special information if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
Amoxil should be used during pregnancy only when clearly needed. If you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, inform your doctor immediately. Since Amoxil may appear in breast milk, you should consult your doctor if you plan to breastfeed your baby.
Recommended dosage
Dosages will be determined by the type of infection being treated.
ADULTS
Ear, Nose, Throat, Skin, Genital, and Urinary Tract Infections
For mild or moderate infections, the usual dose is 250 milligrams every 8 hours, or 500 milligrams every 12 hours. For severe infections, the usual dose is 500 milligrams every 8 hours, or 875 milligrams every 12 hours.
Lower Respiratory Tract Infections
For mild, moderate, or severe infections, the usual dose is 500 milligrams every 8 hours, or 875 milligrams every 12 hours.
Gonorrhea, Acute, Uncomplicated Anogenital and Urethral Infections
The usual dosage is 3 grams in a single oral dose.
Ulcers
For ulcer treatment, Amoxil is combined with Biaxin, Prevacid, or Prilosec. There are several dosage regimens available. For more information, refer to the "Recommended Dosage" section under Biaxin, Prevacid, or Prilosec.
If your kidneys are severely impaired or you are undergoing hemodialysis your doctor may have to adjust your dosage accordingly.
CHILDREN OLDER THAN 3 MONTHS
Children weighing 88 pounds and over should follow the recommended adult dose schedule.
Children weighing under 88 pounds will have their dosage determined by their weight.







