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Capreomycin
💊 Used for: MDR tuberculosis (second line)
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
15–30 mg/kg
Max Daily
30 mg/kg
Frequency
As directed
Max Single
1000 mg
Route: IM
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: Standard tablet
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 75–150 mg | 75.0–150.0 ml | ≤ 150 mg |
| 6 kg | 90–180 mg | 90.0–180.0 ml | ≤ 180 mg |
| 7 kg | 105–210 mg | 105.0–210.0 ml | ≤ 210 mg |
| 8 kg | 120–240 mg | 120.0–240.0 ml | ≤ 240 mg |
| 9 kg | 135–270 mg | 135.0–270.0 ml | ≤ 270 mg |
| 10 kg | 150–300 mg | 150.0–300.0 ml | ≤ 300 mg |
| 12 kg | 180–360 mg | 180.0–360.0 ml | ≤ 360 mg |
| 15 kg | 225–450 mg | 225.0–450.0 ml | ≤ 450 mg |
| 18 kg | 270–540 mg | 270.0–540.0 ml | ≤ 540 mg |
| 20 kg | 300–600 mg | 300.0–600.0 ml | ≤ 600 mg |
| 25 kg | 375–750 mg | 375.0–750.0 ml | ≤ 750 mg |
| 30 kg | 450–900 mg | 450.0–900.0 ml | ≤ 900 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Ototoxicity; nephrotoxicity; hypokalemia
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