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Enalapril maleate
💊 Used for: Hypertension
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
0.1–1 mg/kg
Max Daily
N/A
Frequency
Every 12-24 hours
Max Single
40 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 | 1–5 mg | 0.5–5.0 ml | — |
| 6 kg | 1–6 mg | 0.6–6.0 ml | — |
| 7 kg | 1–7 mg | 0.7–7.0 ml | — |
| 8 kg | 1–8 mg | 0.8–8.0 ml | — |
| 9 kg | 1–9 mg | 0.9–9.0 ml | — |
| 10 kg | 1–10 mg | 1.0–10.0 ml | — |
| 12 kg | 1–12 mg | 1.2–12.0 ml | — |
| 15 kg | 2–15 mg | 1.5–15.0 ml | — |
| 18 kg | 2–18 mg | 1.8–18.0 ml | — |
| 20 kg | 2–20 mg | 2.0–20.0 ml | — |
| 25 kg | 3–25 mg | 2.5–25.0 ml | — |
| 30 kg | 3–30 mg | 3.0–30.0 ml | — |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •SE: fatigue, hypotension, cough, hyperkalemia, angioedema. C/I: Aortic stenosis, bilateral renal artery stenosis, GFR <30 ml/min.
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