Infections: correct amoxicillin dose for upper respiratory infections.
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By Brian M. Carty, MD, MSPH
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Updated 02/02/08
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If amoxicillin is prescribed for
sinus infections, middle ear infections, or pneumonia, the dose
should be at least 1000 mg three times per day. Lower doses were used
in the past, but higher doses are needed now because of increasing
bacterial antibiotic resistance.
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