Atorvastatin Dose for Children

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Atorvastatin

Atorvastatin

💊 Used for: Hypercholesterolemia, Lipid lowering

Formulation

Tablet

Standard tablet

Dose Range

0.20.5 mg/kg

Max Daily

N/A

Frequency

As directed

Max Single

20 mg

Route: oral

Dose by Child Weight

Based on formulation: Standard tablet

Child's WeightDose (mg)Dose (ml)Max Daily Dose (mg)
5 kg13 mg1.02.5 ml
6 kg13 mg1.23.0 ml
7 kg14 mg1.43.5 ml
8 kg24 mg1.64.0 ml
9 kg25 mg1.84.5 ml
10 kg25 mg2.05.0 ml
12 kg26 mg2.46.0 ml
15 kg38 mg3.07.5 ml
18 kg49 mg3.69.0 ml
20 kg410 mg4.010.0 ml
25 kg513 mg5.012.5 ml
30 kg615 mg6.015.0 ml

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

⚠️ Important Warnings

  • Only for children above 10 years; max 20 mg/day in children

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