Allopurinol Dose for Children

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Allopurinol

Allopurinol

💊 Used for: Gout, Lesch-Nyhan syndrome, Adjuvant in leukemia/malignancy chemotherapy, Duchenne's muscular dystrophy

Formulation

Tablet

Standard tablet

Dose Range

1010 mg/kg

Max Daily

10 mg/kg

Frequency

As directed

Max Single

600 mg

Route: oral

Dose by Child Weight

Based on formulation: Standard tablet

Child's WeightDose (mg)Dose (ml)Max Daily Dose (mg)
5 kg5050 mg50.050.0 ml≤ 50 mg
6 kg6060 mg60.060.0 ml≤ 60 mg
7 kg7070 mg70.070.0 ml≤ 70 mg
8 kg8080 mg80.080.0 ml≤ 80 mg
9 kg9090 mg90.090.0 ml≤ 90 mg
10 kg100100 mg100.0100.0 ml≤ 100 mg
12 kg120120 mg120.0120.0 ml≤ 120 mg
15 kg150150 mg150.0150.0 ml≤ 150 mg
18 kg180180 mg180.0180.0 ml≤ 180 mg
20 kg200200 mg200.0200.0 ml≤ 200 mg
25 kg250250 mg250.0250.0 ml≤ 250 mg
30 kg300300 mg300.0300.0 ml≤ 300 mg

* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.

⚠️ Important Warnings

  • Reduce dose by 25% if given with azathioprine

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