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Aztreonam
💊 Used for: Enterobacteriaceae and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Beta-lactamase stable. Crosses BBB. No oto or nephrotoxicity.
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
90–120 mg/kg
Max Daily
N/A
Frequency
Every 6-8 hours
Max Single
2000 mg
Route: IV/IM
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: Standard tablet
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 450–600 mg | 450.0–600.0 ml | — |
| 6 kg | 540–720 mg | 540.0–720.0 ml | — |
| 7 kg | 630–840 mg | 630.0–840.0 ml | — |
| 8 kg | 720–960 mg | 720.0–960.0 ml | — |
| 9 kg | 810–1080 mg | 810.0–1080.0 ml | — |
| 10 kg | 900–1200 mg | 900.0–1200.0 ml | — |
| 12 kg | 1080–1440 mg | 1080.0–1440.0 ml | — |
| 15 kg | 1350–1800 mg | 1350.0–1800.0 ml | — |
| 18 kg | 1620–2160 mg | 1620.0–2160.0 ml | — |
| 20 kg | 1800–2400 mg | 1800.0–2400.0 ml | — |
| 25 kg | 2250–3000 mg | 2250.0–3000.0 ml | — |
| 30 kg | 2700–3600 mg | 2700.0–3600.0 ml | — |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Not recommended <1 week age.
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