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Cefpirome
💊 Used for: Sepsis, skin infections, immunocompromised infections, severe pneumonia
Formulation
Injection
1gm, 2gm vials
Dose Range
30–60 mg/kg
Max Daily
60 mg/kg
Frequency
Every 12 hours IV
Max Single
2000 mg
Route: IV
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: 1gm, 2gm vials
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 150–300 mg | 0.1–0.3 ml | ≤ 300 mg |
| 6 kg | 180–360 mg | 0.2–0.4 ml | ≤ 360 mg |
| 7 kg | 210–420 mg | 0.2–0.4 ml | ≤ 420 mg |
| 8 kg | 240–480 mg | 0.2–0.5 ml | ≤ 480 mg |
| 9 kg | 270–540 mg | 0.3–0.5 ml | ≤ 540 mg |
| 10 kg | 300–600 mg | 0.3–0.6 ml | ≤ 600 mg |
| 12 kg | 360–720 mg | 0.4–0.7 ml | ≤ 720 mg |
| 15 kg | 450–900 mg | 0.5–0.9 ml | ≤ 900 mg |
| 18 kg | 540–1080 mg | 0.5–1.1 ml | ≤ 1080 mg |
| 20 kg | 600–1200 mg | 0.6–1.2 ml | ≤ 1200 mg |
| 25 kg | 750–1500 mg | 0.8–1.5 ml | ≤ 1500 mg |
| 30 kg | 900–1800 mg | 0.9–1.8 ml | ≤ 1800 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Monitor for superinfection
- •Use with caution in renal impairment
Possible Side Effects
- •Diarrhea
- •Nausea
- •Rash
- •Phlebitis
- •Elevated liver enzymes
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