Disclaimer to the Online Edition
This Manual has been designed for use in the NICU at London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), London, Ontario, Canada, and represents clinical practice at this institution. The information contained within the Manual may not be applicable to other centres. If users of this Manual are not familiar with a drug, it is recommended that the official monograph be consulted before it is prescribed and administered. Any user of this information is advised that the contributors, Editor and LHSC are not responsible for any errors or omissions, and / or any consequences arising from the use of the information in this Manual.
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