Colistimethate Sodium Dose for Children

Colistimethate sodium (IV)IV

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Colistimethate Sodium

Colistimethate sodium (IV)

💊 Used for: Gram-negative Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Enterobacter, Klebsiella

Formulation

Injection (units)

Measured in units, not mg

Dose Range

5000075000 mg/kg

Max Daily

N/A

Frequency

Every 8 hours (units IU/kg/day)

Max Single

150 mg

Route: IV

Dose by Child Weight

Based on formulation: Measured in units, not mg

Child's WeightDose (mg)Dose (ml)Max Daily Dose (mg)
5 kg250000375000 mgInfinityInfinity ml
6 kg300000450000 mgInfinityInfinity ml
7 kg350000525000 mgInfinityInfinity ml
8 kg400000600000 mgInfinityInfinity ml
9 kg450000675000 mgInfinityInfinity ml
10 kg500000750000 mgInfinityInfinity ml
12 kg600000900000 mgInfinityInfinity ml
15 kg7500001125000 mgInfinityInfinity ml
18 kg9000001350000 mgInfinityInfinity ml
20 kg10000001500000 mgInfinityInfinity ml
25 kg12500001875000 mgInfinityInfinity ml
30 kg15000002250000 mgInfinityInfinity ml

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

⚠️ Important Warnings

  • Nephrotoxicity.

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