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I accidentally gave my puppy too much amoxicillin. Is he okay?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 13 days old | 12 lbs

How easy is it to overdose amoxicillin? My vet told me to give my puppy 1.5 mL morning and evening, but unfortunately the syringe was difficult to read and I accidentally gave him 2.5 mL. Should I be worried?

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Answered By Linda G, MS, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on June 6th, 2018

Hello. Amoxicillin is a very safe medication with a large range of appropriate doses. I would not worry at all about this one time overdose. Just continue with the 1.5 ml at the next scheduled time. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

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