The Normal Dosage for Amoxicillin Is 45 Mg/kg/24 Hours Administered

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Short Answer

The normal dosage for amoxicillin is 45 mg/kg/24 hours administered in divided doses. What would the dosage be for a 44-pound child if the dose is ordered BID?

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Sebaceous Gland

A type of gland in the skin that secretes an oily substance called sebum, which lubricates hair and skin.

Hair Follicle

The skin organ that produces hair, consisting of a small tubular cavity containing the root of the hair shaft.

Epidermis

The outer layer of cells covering an organism, the epidermis provides protection against the environment and is involved in water retention.

Dermis

The layer of skin beneath the epidermis, containing nerve endings, sweat glands, and blood vessels, providing strength and elasticity.