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Adenosine
💊 Used for: Paroxysmal supraventricular tachycardia (PSVT)
Formulation
Injection
6mg/2ml ampoule
Dose Range
0.1–0.3 mg/kg
Max Daily
0.3 mg/kg
Frequency
Rapid IV bolus, may repeat
Max Single
12 mg
Route: IV
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: 6mg/2ml ampoule
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 1–2 mg | 0.2–0.5 ml | ≤ 2 mg |
| 6 kg | 1–2 mg | 0.2–0.6 ml | ≤ 2 mg |
| 7 kg | 1–2 mg | 0.2–0.7 ml | ≤ 2 mg |
| 8 kg | 1–2 mg | 0.3–0.8 ml | ≤ 2 mg |
| 9 kg | 1–3 mg | 0.3–0.9 ml | ≤ 3 mg |
| 10 kg | 1–3 mg | 0.3–1.0 ml | ≤ 3 mg |
| 12 kg | 1–4 mg | 0.4–1.2 ml | ≤ 4 mg |
| 15 kg | 2–5 mg | 0.5–1.5 ml | ≤ 5 mg |
| 18 kg | 2–5 mg | 0.6–1.8 ml | ≤ 5 mg |
| 20 kg | 2–6 mg | 0.7–2.0 ml | ≤ 6 mg |
| 25 kg | 3–8 mg | 0.8–2.5 ml | ≤ 8 mg |
| 30 kg | 3–9 mg | 1.0–3.0 ml | ≤ 9 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Use with defibrillator support
- •Must be given as rapid bolus
- •Monitor ECG
Possible Side Effects
- •Flushing
- •Chest discomfort
- •Dyspnea
- •Sinus pause
- •Nausea
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