Pediatric Doses

Weight-based dosing references for the pediatric patient.

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Acetaminophen Pediatric Dose — Analgesia & Antipyresis
Review acetaminophen pediatric dose by weight, route, and age group — including IV, PO, and PR dosing with daily maximum limits.
Acetazolamide Pediatric Dose — Diuretics
Review the acetazolamide pediatric dose: 5 mg/kg IV or PO every 6–12 hours for 24 hours, with clinical context and administration pearls.
Acetylcysteine Pediatric Dose — Acetaminophen Toxicity
Acetylcysteine pediatric dose for acetaminophen poisoning: NG and IV protocols with per-kg loading and maintenance dosing for clinical reference.
Activated Charcoal Pediatric Dose — Toxicology
Activated charcoal pediatric dose for poisoning: 1–2 g/kg via NG or PO to reduce gastrointestinal absorption of ingested toxins.
Acyclovir Pediatric Dose — Antiviral Dosing Guide
Complete acyclovir pediatric dose reference covering neonatal HSV, VZV, and adolescent dosing by weight and body surface area for IV and oral routes.
Adenosine Pediatric Dose — Antiarrhythmic (SVT)
Adenosine pediatric dose for SVT: 100 mcg/kg rapid IVP, max first dose 6 mg, with repeat dosing guidance and key contraindications.
Albuterol Pediatric Dose — Asthma & Respiratory
Evidence-based albuterol pediatric dose guide covering continuous and intermittent nebulization for acute asthma management in children.
Albuterol Pediatric Dose — Hyperkalemia (Toxicology)
Albuterol pediatric dose for hyperkalemia: 5 mg nebulized as adjunct therapy to shift potassium intracellularly in pediatric patients.
Alprostadil Pediatric Dose — Cardiovascular Infusions
Review alprostadil pediatric dose guidelines for ductal-dependent congenital heart disease, including per-kg infusion rates and monitoring pearls.
Amiodarone Pediatric Dose — Antiarrhythmic Agent
Reference guide for amiodarone pediatric dose including IV loading and maintenance infusion dosing for pediatric arrhythmia management.
Amiodarone Pediatric Dose — Resuscitation
Amiodarone pediatric dose for VF, pulseless VT, and perfusing tachycardias: 5 mg/kg IV/IO bolus or slow infusion per PALS guidelines.
Amlodipine Pediatric Dose — Hypertension
Amlodipine pediatric dose for hypertension: initial 0.05 mg/kg/dose PO once daily, titrated per response and institutional protocol.
Amoxicillin Pediatric Dose — Antimicrobial Reference
Evidence-based amoxicillin pediatric dose guide covering neonates, infants, and AOM, with per-kg calculations and clinical pearls for prescribers.
Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Pediatric Dose — Otitis Media
Amoxicillin-clavulanate pediatric dose for otitis media: standard and multi-drug-resistant dosing guidelines for clinicians and pediatric practitioners.
Ampicillin Pediatric Dose — Antimicrobial Dosing Guide
Evidence-based ampicillin pediatric dose: 50–100 mg/kg/dose IV every 6 hours, with a maximum of 14 g/day, for bacterial infections in children.
Atrial Arrhythmia Cardioversion Pediatric Dose — Synchronized
Atrial arrhythmia pediatric dose for synchronized cardioversion is 0.5–1 J/kg; review dosing, indications, and administration pearls for clinical use.
Atropine Pediatric Dose — Resuscitation
Reference guide for atropine pediatric dose in resuscitation: 0.02 mg/kg IV with a minimum of 0.1 mg and maximum of 1 mg IV.
Azithromycin Pediatric Dose — Antimicrobial Therapy
Azithromycin pediatric dose: 10 mg/kg on Day 1, then 5 mg/kg daily on Days 2–5 IV or PO; adjusted regimen for infants under 6 months.

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Bicarbonate Pediatric Dose — Resuscitation
Learn the bicarbonate pediatric dose for resuscitation: 1 mEq/kg IV, with dosing examples, clinical context, and administration pearls.
Bumetanide Pediatric Dose — Diuretics
Reference guide for bumetanide pediatric dose: 0.01–0.05 mg/kg IV/PO per dose, with continuous infusion dosing for clinical use.

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Calcium Chloride Pediatric Dose — Electrolyte Replacement
Evidence-based calcium chloride pediatric dose for electrolyte replacement: 10–20 mg/kg IV over 30–60 min, max 2 g/dose, via central line.
Calcium Gluconate Pediatric Dose — Electrolyte Replacement
Reference guide for calcium gluconate pediatric dose: 60–100 mg/kg IV over 30–60 min for electrolyte repletion in pediatric patients.
Captopril Pediatric Dose — Cardiovascular (ACE Inhibitor)
Review captopril pediatric dose by age group, including neonatal, infant, and child dosing with first-dose hypotension monitoring guidance.
Carbamazepine Pediatric Dose — Anticonvulsant
Review the carbamazepine pediatric dose for seizure management, including initial per-kg oral dosing, titration guidance, and key monitoring considerations.
Cefazolin Pediatric Dose — Antimicrobial Reference
Learn the cefazolin pediatric dose: 25–30 mg/kg/dose IV every 8 hours, with dosing examples, indications, and administration pearls for clinicians.
Cefdinir Pediatric Dose — Antimicrobial Reference
Learn the cefdinir pediatric dose: 14 mg/kg/day once daily or divided BID for children >6 months, with clinical context and administration pearls.
Cefotaxime Pediatric Dose — Antimicrobial Reference
Cefotaxime pediatric dose: 50 mg/kg IV q8h for general infections, q6h for meningitis. Evidence-based reference for clinicians and pediatric practitioners.
Cefoxitin Pediatric Dose — Antimicrobial Dosing Guide
Review cefoxitin pediatric dose by weight and indication, including serious infection and peritonitis dosing with adult dose reference comparisons.
Cefprozil Pediatric Dose — Antimicrobial Reference
Learn the cefprozil pediatric dose: 15 mg/kg/dose PO every 12 hours, with a maximum of 1 g/day, for bacterial infections in children.
Ceftazidime Pediatric Dose — Antimicrobial Reference
Ceftazidime pediatric dose: 50 mg/kg IV every 8 hours, restricted to ID, HemOnc, or CF-approved use. Adult dose is 2 g IV q8h.