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What Are The Repercussions Of Taking An Adult Dose Of Amoxicillin?
Question: My 8 year old 75lb child took an adult form of amoxicillin, about 250 mg in pill form, 875 cut in thirds, He is prescribed the children's 250/5ml but it wasn't filled on time. He has an abcess in tooth, is this okay for one or two doses until children's liquid is filled tomorrow?
Brief Answer:
Yes
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome and thanks for your query.
Appreciate your ingenuity.
Sure, you can use 1/3 tablet for the time being. It is not accurate and is not recommended in the long run. However it is better than leaving the infection without antibiotic till you get the right preparation.
Do get back to me if you have further questions.
Yes
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
Welcome and thanks for your query.
Appreciate your ingenuity.
Sure, you can use 1/3 tablet for the time being. It is not accurate and is not recommended in the long run. However it is better than leaving the infection without antibiotic till you get the right preparation.
Do get back to me if you have further questions.
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