Is 500mg of amoxicillin enough?

The recommended dose of amoxicillin for a moderate chest infection in a normal healthy adult is 500mg every 8 hours (or three times a day) or 875 mg every 12 hours.

Can I take amoxicillin 500mg once a day?

Amoxicillin is ideal for once-daily dosing due to its low cost.

What happens if you don’t take the full course of amoxicillin?

If you have ever taken an antibiotic, you likely know the drill: Finish the entire course of treatment, even if you are feeling better, or else you risk a relapse. Worse, by not finishing, you might contribute to the dangerous rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

What are the side effects of amoxicillin 500 mg?

Side Effects

• Abdominal or stomach cramps or tenderness.
• back, leg, or stomach pains.
• black, tarry stools.
• blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin.
• bloating.
• blood in the urine.
• bloody nose.
• chest pain.

How often should I take amoxicillin 500 mg?

Dosage. The usual dose of amoxicillin capsules is 250mg to 500mg, taken 3 times a day. The dose may be lower for children.

Is a 3 day course of amoxicillin enough?

Conclusions. We recommend the three day course of amoxicillin for treating community acquired non-severe pneumonia in children, as this is equally as effective as a five day course but is cheaper with increased adherence and possibly decreased emergence of antimicrobial resistance.

Can I stop taking antibiotics if there is no infection?

Stopping antibiotics when symptoms have substantially resolved appears to be effective and safe for many patients, especially those who are unlikely to have a bacterial infection or who have a self-limiting bacterial infection.

How many days do you take amoxicillin?

It is usually given 3 times a day. Your doctor will advise you how long to take amoxicillin for (usually 3 to 7 days). Always take your amoxicillin exactly as your doctor has told you. The pharmacy label on your medicine will tell you how much to take, how often to take it and any special instructions.