Cefoperazone Dose for Children

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Cefoperazone

Cefoperazone

💊 Used for: Serious gram-negative and anaerobic infections, ESBL organisms

Formulation

Injection

1gm, 2gm vials

Dose Range

100150 mg/kg

Max Daily

150 mg/kg

Frequency

Every 8-12 hours IV

Max Single

4000 mg

Route: IV

Dose by Child Weight

Based on formulation: 1gm, 2gm vials

Child's WeightDose (mg)Dose (ml)Max Daily Dose (mg)
5 kg500750 mg0.50.8 ml≤ 750 mg
6 kg600900 mg0.60.9 ml≤ 900 mg
7 kg7001050 mg0.71.1 ml≤ 1050 mg
8 kg8001200 mg0.81.2 ml≤ 1200 mg
9 kg9001350 mg0.91.4 ml≤ 1350 mg
10 kg10001500 mg1.01.5 ml≤ 1500 mg
12 kg12001800 mg1.21.8 ml≤ 1800 mg
15 kg15002250 mg1.52.3 ml≤ 2250 mg
18 kg18002700 mg1.82.7 ml≤ 2700 mg
20 kg20003000 mg2.03.0 ml≤ 3000 mg
25 kg25003750 mg2.53.8 ml≤ 3750 mg
30 kg30004500 mg3.04.5 ml≤ 4500 mg

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

⚠️ Important Warnings

  • Does not cross blood-brain barrier
  • Monitor for bleeding
  • May cause disulfiram-like reaction with alcohol

Possible Side Effects

  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Bleeding tendency
  • Hypoprothrombinemia
  • Rash
  • Phlebitis

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