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my 15 year old daughter is suffering from a severe sinus infection. we are switching from biaxin to cefdinir tonight but the md sent the pediatric dose, and a low one at that. (also in suspension instead of tablets) what is the correct dose for a 15 year old who weighs 135 lbs. If you go by the pediatric dose it's 429 mg 2x/day
The appropriate dose for her weight and age would be the normal adult dose for sinusitis, which is usually 300 mg twice a day. The dosage that has been prescribed sounds high in fact, be careful when calculating the volume based on concentration.
It is possible to give older children a suspension-type medication, even adults sometimes, but if the dosing is correct, it is not an issue.
Hope this helps, and please let me know if you have further questions.
Regards, Dr. Teh
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Hi there, The appropriate dose for her weight and age would be the normal adult dose for sinusitis, which is usually 300 mg twice a day. The dosage that has been prescribed sounds high in fact, be careful when calculating the volume based on concentration. It is possible to give older children a suspension-type medication, even adults sometimes, but if the dosing is correct, it is not an issue. Hope this helps, and please let me know if you have further questions. Regards, Dr. Teh