Is there a maximum dose of probenecid?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

Pharmacy

As with many types of medicine, taking too much at a time can be dangerous. For an adult taking probenecid, the maximum daily dose is up to three grams a day. More than this could lead to serious effects. In the case of children aged two to 14, the amount in each dose is based on the child's weight; however, the most you should give your child is two grams per day.

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