Amoxicillin mg depends on who it’s for and what it’s being used to treat. Can you share a bit more? For example:
- Is this for you or for a child?
- Age/weight?
- Which infection (ear infection, strep throat, sinusitis, pneumonia, etc.)?
- What form and strength do you have (capsule 250 mg/500 mg, chewable, or suspension like mg per mL)?
If you just want a rough idea, here are common dosing ranges:
- Adults (typical infections, oral tablets or capsules)
- Mild to moderate: 500 mg every 8 hours OR 875 mg every 12 hours
- More severe infections: 875 mg every 12 hours or 500 mg every 6 hours (depending on the exact infection)
- Often prescribed for 7–10 days
- Children (dosing is usually mg per kg body weight per day, divided into two doses)
- Uncomplicated infections (e.g., some ear/throat/cold infections): about 45 mg/kg/day in two divided doses
- More severe infections (e.g., acute otitis media, sinusitis, pneumonia): about 80–90 mg/kg/day in two divided doses
- Course typically 5–10 days
Common forms and approximate concentrations:
- Capsules/tablets: 250 mg, 500 mg, 875 mg
- Chewable tablets: often 400 mg per chewable
- Oral suspension: commonly 125 mg/5 mL, 200 mg/5 mL, or 400 mg/5 mL (often used in pediatric dosing)
- For example, a suspension that is 400 mg/5 mL has 80 mg/mL
Important notes:
- Do not take more than prescribed. The dose depends on age/weight and the infection.
- Finish the full course even if you feel better.
- Do not use if you’re allergic to penicillins.
- If you have kidney problems, are pregnant, or are taking other meds, doses may differ.
If you share the specifics (age/weight, infection, and the exact pill or suspension strength you have), I can give a more precise mg-per-dose calculation.