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Clonazepam
💊 Used for: Seizures, panic disorder, anxiety
Formulation
Drops
0.5mg/5ml
Dose Range
0.01–0.05 mg/kg
Max Daily
0.2 mg/kg
Frequency
Every 8-12 hours
Max Single
2 mg
Route: Oral
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: 0.5mg/5ml
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 0–0 mg | 0.5–2.5 ml | ≤ 1 mg |
| 6 kg | 0–0 mg | 0.6–3.0 ml | ≤ 1 mg |
| 7 kg | 0–0 mg | 0.7–3.5 ml | ≤ 1 mg |
| 8 kg | 0–0 mg | 0.8–4.0 ml | ≤ 2 mg |
| 9 kg | 0–0 mg | 0.9–4.5 ml | ≤ 2 mg |
| 10 kg | 0–1 mg | 1.0–5.0 ml | ≤ 2 mg |
| 12 kg | 0–1 mg | 1.2–6.0 ml | ≤ 2 mg |
| 15 kg | 0–1 mg | 1.5–7.5 ml | ≤ 3 mg |
| 18 kg | 0–1 mg | 1.8–9.0 ml | ≤ 4 mg |
| 20 kg | 0–1 mg | 2.0–10.0 ml | ≤ 4 mg |
| 25 kg | 0–1 mg | 2.5–12.5 ml | ≤ 5 mg |
| 30 kg | 0–2 mg | 3.0–15.0 ml | ≤ 6 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •May cause drowsiness
- •Risk of dependence with prolonged use
- •Do not stop abruptly
Possible Side Effects
- •Drowsiness, sedation
- •Ataxia, motor impairment
- •Respiratory depression (high doses)
- •Behavioral changes
- •Dependence with prolonged use
- •Exacerbates obstructive sleep apnea
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