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My 27lb. 2 and a half year old daughter was given a doasge of 6mls twice a day (400/5ml). that seems really high to me, is that an accurate dose?

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Dr. Ellen Altenburg answered

? antibiotic: If you meant amoxicillin 400/5, yes that is the correct dose if you are treating for an ear infection. High dose amoxicillin is the recommended dose.

Dr Grindstaff agreed

Answered 10/3/2014

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A member asked:

My 27lb. 2 and a half year old daughter was given a doasge of 6mls twice a day (400/5ml). that seems really high to me, is that an accurate dose?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ellen Altenburg answered

Dr Grindstaff agreed

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