Tooth infections/dental abscess

Most likely pathogens

Duration of therapy

7 days

Suggested regimen

Amoxicillin 16 mg/kg/dose PO TID
Maximum: 500 mg/dose

OR

Dosing is based on amoxicillin component:
Amoxicillin-Clavulanate 16 mg/kg/dose PO TID
Use the 80 mg/mL (7:1) formulation only
Maximum: 500 mg/dose

Penicillin allergy

Clindamycin 20-30 mg/kg/24h PO divided q6-8h
Maximum: 1.8 grams PO/24h