Dosing & Administration
Adult Dose
500 mg PO every 6-12 hours.
Pediatric Dose
25-50 mg/kg/day PO divided every 6-8 hours.
Renal Adjustment
CrCl < 50: Max 500 mg every 12-24 hours.
Hepatic Adjustment
No adjustment necessary.
Safety & Special Populations
Pregnancy Category
B
Lactation Safety
Compatible.
Contraindications & Adverse Effects
Contraindications
- Severe penicillin allergy (cross-reactivity)
Common Adverse Effects
- Diarrhea
- Dyspepsia
- Rash