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Atropine
💊 Used for: Bradycardia, heart block, preanesthetic medication, anticholinergic
Formulation
Injection
0.6mg/ml
Dose Range
0.01–0.03 mg/kg
Max Daily
0.12 mg/kg
Frequency
Every 4-6 hours as needed
Max Single
1 mg
Route: IV/SC/IM
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: 0.6mg/ml
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 0–0 mg | 0.1–0.3 ml | ≤ 1 mg |
| 6 kg | 0–0 mg | 0.1–0.3 ml | ≤ 1 mg |
| 7 kg | 0–0 mg | 0.1–0.3 ml | ≤ 1 mg |
| 8 kg | 0–0 mg | 0.1–0.4 ml | ≤ 1 mg |
| 9 kg | 0–0 mg | 0.1–0.5 ml | ≤ 1 mg |
| 10 kg | 0–0 mg | 0.2–0.5 ml | ≤ 1 mg |
| 12 kg | 0–0 mg | 0.2–0.6 ml | ≤ 1 mg |
| 15 kg | 0–0 mg | 0.3–0.8 ml | ≤ 2 mg |
| 18 kg | 0–1 mg | 0.3–0.9 ml | ≤ 2 mg |
| 20 kg | 0–1 mg | 0.3–1.0 ml | ≤ 2 mg |
| 25 kg | 0–1 mg | 0.4–1.3 ml | ≤ 3 mg |
| 30 kg | 0–1 mg | 0.5–1.5 ml | ≤ 4 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •May cause tachycardia
- •Use with caution in children
- •Monitor for paradoxical excitement
Possible Side Effects
- •Dry mouth
- •Tachycardia
- •Dilated pupils
- •Urinary retention
- •Constipation
- •Confusion (elderly)
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