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Open Dose Calculator →Alfacalcidol (1-alpha-hydroxycholecalciferol)
Alfacalcidol (1-alpha-hydroxycholecalciferol)
💊 Used for: Renal rickets, Hypoparathyroidism, Hypocalcemia, Vitamin D resistant rickets, Osteomalacia
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
0.04–0.08 mg/kg
Max Daily
0.08 mg/kg
Frequency
As directed
Max Single
2 mg
Route: oral
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: Standard tablet
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 0–0 mg | 0.2–0.4 ml | ≤ 0 mg |
| 6 kg | 0–0 mg | 0.2–0.5 ml | ≤ 0 mg |
| 7 kg | 0–1 mg | 0.3–0.6 ml | ≤ 1 mg |
| 8 kg | 0–1 mg | 0.3–0.6 ml | ≤ 1 mg |
| 9 kg | 0–1 mg | 0.4–0.7 ml | ≤ 1 mg |
| 10 kg | 0–1 mg | 0.4–0.8 ml | ≤ 1 mg |
| 12 kg | 0–1 mg | 0.5–1.0 ml | ≤ 1 mg |
| 15 kg | 1–1 mg | 0.6–1.2 ml | ≤ 1 mg |
| 18 kg | 1–1 mg | 0.7–1.4 ml | ≤ 1 mg |
| 20 kg | 1–2 mg | 0.8–1.6 ml | ≤ 2 mg |
| 25 kg | 1–2 mg | 1.0–2.0 ml | ≤ 2 mg |
| 30 kg | 1–2 mg | 1.2–2.4 ml | ≤ 2 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Overdosage risk
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