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Cholestyramine
💊 Used for: Hypercholesterolemia, Pruritus in liver disease
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
250–500 mg/kg
Max Daily
N/A
Frequency
As directed
Max Single
8000 mg
Route: oral
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: Standard tablet
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 1250–2500 mg | 1250.0–2500.0 ml | — |
| 6 kg | 1500–3000 mg | 1500.0–3000.0 ml | — |
| 7 kg | 1750–3500 mg | 1750.0–3500.0 ml | — |
| 8 kg | 2000–4000 mg | 2000.0–4000.0 ml | — |
| 9 kg | 2250–4500 mg | 2250.0–4500.0 ml | — |
| 10 kg | 2500–5000 mg | 2500.0–5000.0 ml | — |
| 12 kg | 3000–6000 mg | 3000.0–6000.0 ml | — |
| 15 kg | 3750–7500 mg | 3750.0–7500.0 ml | — |
| 18 kg | 4500–9000 mg | 4500.0–9000.0 ml | — |
| 20 kg | 5000–10000 mg | 5000.0–10000.0 ml | — |
| 25 kg | 6250–12500 mg | 6250.0–12500.0 ml | — |
| 30 kg | 7500–15000 mg | 7500.0–15000.0 ml | — |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Constipation; fat-soluble vitamin deficiency; avoid other oral medications 2 hr before/after
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