A child is to be given Augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate) oral suspension 3

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A child is to be given Augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate) oral suspension 30 mg per kg PO in two divided doses per day. The label reads that 60 mg/mL is delivered from the bottle of medication. The child's weight is 22 pounds. How many milliliters will be given per dose? A child is to be given Augmentin (amoxicillin and clavulanate) oral suspension 30 mg per kg PO in two divided doses per day. The label reads that 60 mg/mL is delivered from the bottle of medication. The child's weight is 22 pounds. How many milliliters will be given per dose?

Explanation / Answer

child weght is 22 pounds =9.97kg

dose in hand 60mg/ml

requred dose 30mg/kg/day

amount to be given = requred dose/dose in hand

=30*9.97 /60

=300/60

=5 ml per day

2.5ml two divided dose per day

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