Azathioprine Dose for Children

Azathioprineoral

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Azathioprine

Azathioprine

💊 Used for: Renal transplant rejection prevention, Rheumatoid arthritis, SLE, Steroid-resistant nephrotic syndrome

Formulation

Tablet

Standard tablet

Dose Range

15 mg/kg

Max Daily

5 mg/kg

Frequency

As directed

Max Single

100 mg

Route: oral

Dose by Child Weight

Based on formulation: Standard tablet

Child's WeightDose (mg)Dose (ml)Max Daily Dose (mg)
5 kg525 mg5.025.0 ml≤ 25 mg
6 kg630 mg6.030.0 ml≤ 30 mg
7 kg735 mg7.035.0 ml≤ 35 mg
8 kg840 mg8.040.0 ml≤ 40 mg
9 kg945 mg9.045.0 ml≤ 45 mg
10 kg1050 mg10.050.0 ml≤ 50 mg
12 kg1260 mg12.060.0 ml≤ 60 mg
15 kg1575 mg15.075.0 ml≤ 75 mg
18 kg1890 mg18.090.0 ml≤ 90 mg
20 kg20100 mg20.0100.0 ml≤ 100 mg
25 kg25125 mg25.0125.0 ml≤ 125 mg
30 kg30150 mg30.0150.0 ml≤ 150 mg

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

⚠️ Important Warnings

  • Leukopenia
  • Thrombocytopenia
  • Hepatotoxicity; reduce dose 25% if with allopurinol

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