amoxicillin
Indication
- A penicillin antibiotic, with a similar spectrum to ampicillin
- Prophylaxis for prevention of urinary tract infection in neonatal hydronephrosis
- For the treatment of mild to moderate infections caused by susceptible organisms
Dosage Guidelines
- UTI Prophylaxis: 10-15 mg/kg/dose oral daily
- Treatment of susceptible infections: 10-15 mg/kg/dose oral q12 hours
Administration
- Oral
Adverse Effects
- Diarrhea, vomiting, hypersensitivity
Supplied As
- 50 mg/mL oral suspension
References
LexiComp Pediatric and Neonatal, Neofax, CHEO Neonatal Drug Therapy Manual