Heparin Dose for Children

HeparinIV/SC

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Heparin

Heparin

💊 Used for: DIC, purpura fulminans, DVT prophylaxis, thromboembolism

Formulation

Injection (units)

Measured in units, not mg

Dose Range

50100 mg/kg

Max Daily

N/A

Frequency

IV bolus then infusion 10-25 iu/kg/hr or q 4 hr

Max Single

N/A

Route: IV/SC

Dose by Child Weight

Based on formulation: Measured in units, not mg

Child's WeightDose (mg)Dose (ml)Max Daily Dose (mg)
5 kg250500 mgInfinityInfinity ml
6 kg300600 mgInfinityInfinity ml
7 kg350700 mgInfinityInfinity ml
8 kg400800 mgInfinityInfinity ml
9 kg450900 mgInfinityInfinity ml
10 kg5001000 mgInfinityInfinity ml
12 kg6001200 mgInfinityInfinity ml
15 kg7501500 mgInfinityInfinity ml
18 kg9001800 mgInfinityInfinity ml
20 kg10002000 mgInfinityInfinity ml
25 kg12502500 mgInfinityInfinity ml
30 kg15003000 mgInfinityInfinity ml

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

⚠️ Important Warnings

  • C/I: Bleeding disorder, GI ulcer. SC: <2 months prophylaxis 0.75 mg/kg q12hr; treatment 1-5 mg/kg/day q12hr.

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