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Disopyramide
💊 Used for: Prevention of ventricular arrhythmias
Formulation
Capsule
100mg, 150mg capsules
Dose Range
10–30 mg/kg
Max Daily
60 mg/kg
Frequency
Every 6-12 hours
Max Single
200 mg
Route: Oral
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: 100mg, 150mg capsules
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 50–150 mg | 0.5–1.5 ml | ≤ 300 mg |
| 6 kg | 60–180 mg | 0.6–1.8 ml | ≤ 360 mg |
| 7 kg | 70–210 mg | 0.7–2.1 ml | ≤ 420 mg |
| 8 kg | 80–240 mg | 0.8–2.4 ml | ≤ 480 mg |
| 9 kg | 90–270 mg | 0.9–2.7 ml | ≤ 540 mg |
| 10 kg | 100–300 mg | 1.0–3.0 ml | ≤ 600 mg |
| 12 kg | 120–360 mg | 1.2–3.6 ml | ≤ 720 mg |
| 15 kg | 150–450 mg | 1.5–4.5 ml | ≤ 900 mg |
| 18 kg | 180–540 mg | 1.8–5.4 ml | ≤ 1080 mg |
| 20 kg | 200–600 mg | 2.0–6.0 ml | ≤ 1200 mg |
| 25 kg | 250–750 mg | 2.5–7.5 ml | ≤ 1500 mg |
| 30 kg | 300–900 mg | 3.0–9.0 ml | ≤ 1800 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •May cause hypotension
- •Use with caution in heart failure
- •Monitor ECG
Possible Side Effects
- •Anticholinergic effects
- •Dry mouth
- •Urinary retention
- •Blurred vision
- •Constipation
- •QT prolongation
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