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Famotidine
💊 Used for: Peptic ulcer, GERD
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
0.4–0.4 mg/kg
Max Daily
0.4 mg/kg
Frequency
As directed
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 | 2–2 mg | 2.0–2.0 ml | ≤ 2 mg |
| 6 kg | 2–2 mg | 2.4–2.4 ml | ≤ 2 mg |
| 7 kg | 3–3 mg | 2.8–2.8 ml | ≤ 3 mg |
| 8 kg | 3–3 mg | 3.2–3.2 ml | ≤ 3 mg |
| 9 kg | 4–4 mg | 3.6–3.6 ml | ≤ 4 mg |
| 10 kg | 4–4 mg | 4.0–4.0 ml | ≤ 4 mg |
| 12 kg | 5–5 mg | 4.8–4.8 ml | ≤ 5 mg |
| 15 kg | 6–6 mg | 6.0–6.0 ml | ≤ 6 mg |
| 18 kg | 7–7 mg | 7.2–7.2 ml | ≤ 7 mg |
| 20 kg | 8–8 mg | 8.0–8.0 ml | ≤ 8 mg |
| 25 kg | 10–10 mg | 10.0–10.0 ml | ≤ 10 mg |
| 30 kg | 12–12 mg | 12.0–12.0 ml | ≤ 12 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
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