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Amoxicillin (Amoxil, Trimox, Moxatag)

Dosage form:

Tablets and capsules 250 mg, 500 mg, 1000 mg. Injectable solution 150 mg/mL (predominantly amoxicillin trihydrate long-acting form).

Pharmacological group:

Antibiotic (aminopenicillin)

Therapeutic use:

Active against a range of Gram-positive and Gram-negative aerobic organisms and many obligate anaerobes; does not act on beta-lactamase-producing organisms

Dosage:

Dogs:

7 mg/kg intramuscularly every 24 hours, or 15 mg/kg every 48 hours for long-acting formulations.
Orally: 10 mg/kg every 8–12 hours.

Cats:

7 mg/kg intramuscularly every 24 hours, or 15 mg/kg every 48 hours for long-acting formulations.
Orally: 10 mg/kg every 8–12 hours.

Ferrets:

10–30 mg/kg subcutaneously or orally every 12 hours

Calculate medication dosage for pets

Select the dosage form

Tablets Ready-to-use solution Powder for solution preparation

Weight of the animal:

Dose:

mg/kg

Amount of active ingredient:

mg/tablet

Dry substance amount:

Diluent volume:

Single dose:

tablet

Amoxicillin (Amoxil, Trimox, Moxatag) dosage calculation

Accurate dosing is essential when treating pets. To calculate a single dose correctly, you need three key values: the animal’s weight, the required dose of the active ingredient, and the concentration of the medication.

Calculation formula:

Single dose = (Animal weight × Required dose) ÷ Medication concentration

Important notes:

Always consult a veterinarian before using any medication.
Follow the recommended dosage and instructions for use.

Accurate dosing helps protect your pet’s health and reduces the risk of side effects.