Gabapentin Dose for Children

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Gabapentin

Gabapentin

💊 Used for: Partial seizures, diabetic neuropathy, postherpetic neuralgia

Formulation

Tablet

Standard tablet

Dose Range

1560 mg/kg

Max Daily

N/A

Frequency

Every 8 hours

Max Single

800 mg

Route: Oral

Dose by Child Weight

Based on formulation: Standard tablet

Child's WeightDose (mg)Dose (ml)Max Daily Dose (mg)
5 kg75300 mg75.0300.0 ml
6 kg90360 mg90.0360.0 ml
7 kg105420 mg105.0420.0 ml
8 kg120480 mg120.0480.0 ml
9 kg135540 mg135.0540.0 ml
10 kg150600 mg150.0600.0 ml
12 kg180720 mg180.0720.0 ml
15 kg225900 mg225.0900.0 ml
18 kg2701080 mg270.01080.0 ml
20 kg3001200 mg300.01200.0 ml
25 kg3751500 mg375.01500.0 ml
30 kg4501800 mg450.01800.0 ml

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

⚠️ Important Warnings

  • Avoid below 2 years.

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