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How many mg of amoxicillin per dose for a 4 year old for strep throat?
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60-80 mg/kg: The recommended dose is 60-80 mg/kg weight. (its based on weight).
Answered 9/28/2016
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Depends: The doseis generally dependent on weight at this age but typically it would be between 125-250 mg three or four times daily.
Answered 12/21/2017
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