The 39-week-gestation neonate is born to a mother with chorioamnionitis. The provider has ordered ampicillin 75 mg/kg/day in divided doses every 8 hours and administered intravenously. The neonate weighs 4.2 kg. How many milligrams does the nurse administer with each dose? Enter your answer using a whole number.
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