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Ceftizoxime
💊 Used for: Serious infections, respiratory infections, UTIs, meningitis
Formulation
Injection
250mg, 1gm vials
Dose Range
100–200 mg/kg
Max Daily
200 mg/kg
Frequency
Every 6-8 hours IV/IM
Max Single
2000 mg
Route: IV/IM
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: 250mg, 1gm vials
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 500–1000 mg | 1.0–2.0 ml | ≤ 1000 mg |
| 6 kg | 600–1200 mg | 1.2–2.4 ml | ≤ 1200 mg |
| 7 kg | 700–1400 mg | 1.4–2.8 ml | ≤ 1400 mg |
| 8 kg | 800–1600 mg | 1.6–3.2 ml | ≤ 1600 mg |
| 9 kg | 900–1800 mg | 1.8–3.6 ml | ≤ 1800 mg |
| 10 kg | 1000–2000 mg | 2.0–4.0 ml | ≤ 2000 mg |
| 12 kg | 1200–2400 mg | 2.4–4.8 ml | ≤ 2400 mg |
| 15 kg | 1500–3000 mg | 3.0–6.0 ml | ≤ 3000 mg |
| 18 kg | 1800–3600 mg | 3.6–7.2 ml | ≤ 3600 mg |
| 20 kg | 2000–4000 mg | 4.0–8.0 ml | ≤ 4000 mg |
| 25 kg | 2500–5000 mg | 5.0–10.0 ml | ≤ 5000 mg |
| 30 kg | 3000–6000 mg | 6.0–12.0 ml | ≤ 6000 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Monitor for allergic reactions
- •Use with caution in renal impairment
Possible Side Effects
- •Diarrhea
- •Nausea
- •Rash
- •Phlebitis
- •Elevated liver enzymes
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