Amoxicillin for ear infection: Take how many times a day?
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 17, 2022.
My husband is healthy and on no other medication. Should amoxicillin 500mg be taken on an empty stomach or with food? Also how many times a day should he take it?
"Usual Adult Dose for Otitis Media:
250 mg to 500 mg orally 3 times a day for 10 to 14 days; alternatively, 500 to 875 mg orally twice a day may be administered"
Amoxicillin is usually taken three times a day, but may be given twice a day.
https://www.drugs.com/dosage/amoxicillin.html#Usual_Adult_Dose_for_Otitis_Media
Amoxicillin can be taken with or without food - food has no effect on the medicine.
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