Amoxicillin

Question 1

What are Amoxicillin’s brand names?

Answer 1

Amoxil, Moxatag

Question 2

What is Amoxicillin’s therapeutic category?

Answer 2

Antibiotic

Question 3

What are Amoxicillin’s indications?

Answer 3

Otitis media: sinusitis
Upper and lower respiratory infections
Urinary tract infections
Prevention of endocarditis in dental patients
Part of drug regimen in H. pylori eradication
Gram + and Gram - bacteria

Question 4

What is Amoxicillin’s usual adult dose?

Answer 4

Varies depending on condition and age

250-500 mg every 8h or 500-875 mg 2x a day

Question 5

What are Amoxicillin’s common side effects?

Answer 5

GI (diarrhea, soft stool, nausea), dizziness, headache

Question 6

What are Amoxicillin’s monitoring parameters?

Answer 6

Assessment of resolution of infection

Monitor for signs of anaphylaxis (allergy shock)

Question 7

What are Amoxicillin’s available dosage forms?

Answer 7

Oral tablet: 500mg, 875mg
Chewable tablet: 125mg, 200 mg, 250mg, 400mg
ER tablet: 775mg
Oral capsule: 250mg, 500mg
Oral suspension: 125mg/5ml, 200mg/5ml, 250mg/5ml 400mg/ml

Question 8

What are Amoxicillin’s patient counseling points?

Answer 8

Take for full course of treatment
Around the clock administration preferred
Oral suspension: keep at room temp or refrigerate, shake well, stable for 14 days after mixed
May mix with liquids (milk, formula, fruit juices)
Caution on cross sensitivity to cephalosporins
Caution with oral contraceptive use