For the treatment of the following infections caused by susceptible microorganisms: Upper and lower respiratory tract infections including ear, nose and throat infections (e.g., acute otitis media) Gastrointestinal tract infections, Genitourinary tract infections, Skin and skin structure infections, Bone infections (e.g,. osteomyelitis), Gall bladder / Biliary tract infections, Helocobacter pylori infections (in combination with other drugs), Lyme Disease, Dental abscess (as an adjunct to surgical management) As prophylaxis for endocarditis: For the prevention of bacteremia, associated with procedures such as dental extraction in patients at risk of developing bacterial endocarditis. Step down treatment for severe infections due to susceptible organisms, initially given intravenous antimicrobial therapy.

This is not a substitute for consulting your doctor. Seek professional advice if you are experiencing any illness or symptoms.

Usual Adult Dose: 250mg to 500mg every 8 hours or 500mg every 12 hours, depending on the type and severity of infection. Maximum Dose: 6g/day in divided doses. An adult dose of 3g twice daily is recommended in appropriate cases for the treatment of severe or recurrent purulent respiratory tract infection.

Amoxicillin may be given orally without regard to meals.