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Ganciclovir
💊 Used for: CMV retinitis/pneumonitis in immunocompromised (10 mg/kg q12h IV x 14-21d); prophylaxis CMV in transplant (10 mg/kg q12h x 7d then 5 mg/kg/d PO x 100d); severe CMV pneumonitis (30 mg/kg q8h)
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
10–30 mg/kg
Max Daily
30 mg/kg
Frequency
As directed
Max Single
500 mg
Route: IV
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: Standard tablet
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 50–150 mg | 50.0–150.0 ml | ≤ 150 mg |
| 6 kg | 60–180 mg | 60.0–180.0 ml | ≤ 180 mg |
| 7 kg | 70–210 mg | 70.0–210.0 ml | ≤ 210 mg |
| 8 kg | 80–240 mg | 80.0–240.0 ml | ≤ 240 mg |
| 9 kg | 90–270 mg | 90.0–270.0 ml | ≤ 270 mg |
| 10 kg | 100–300 mg | 100.0–300.0 ml | ≤ 300 mg |
| 12 kg | 120–360 mg | 120.0–360.0 ml | ≤ 360 mg |
| 15 kg | 150–450 mg | 150.0–450.0 ml | ≤ 450 mg |
| 18 kg | 180–540 mg | 180.0–540.0 ml | ≤ 540 mg |
| 20 kg | 200–600 mg | 200.0–600.0 ml | ≤ 600 mg |
| 25 kg | 250–750 mg | 250.0–750.0 ml | ≤ 750 mg |
| 30 kg | 300–900 mg | 300.0–900.0 ml | ≤ 900 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Bone marrow suppression; neutropenia; thrombocytopenia; nephrotoxicity
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