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Human immunoglobulins (HIG)
💊 Used for: Prophylaxis of viral diseases, burns, bacterial infections, primary immunodeficiency (300-400 mg/kg IM q3-4wks); measles prophylaxis (0.3 ml/kg IM within 6 days); hepatitis A (0.02-0.04 ml/kg IM within 14 days)
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
0.3–400 mg/kg
Max Daily
N/A
Frequency
As directed
Max Single
N/A
Route: IM, IV
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: Standard tablet
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 2–2000 mg | 1.5–2000.0 ml | — |
| 6 kg | 2–2400 mg | 1.8–2400.0 ml | — |
| 7 kg | 2–2800 mg | 2.1–2800.0 ml | — |
| 8 kg | 2–3200 mg | 2.4–3200.0 ml | — |
| 9 kg | 3–3600 mg | 2.7–3600.0 ml | — |
| 10 kg | 3–4000 mg | 3.0–4000.0 ml | — |
| 12 kg | 4–4800 mg | 3.6–4800.0 ml | — |
| 15 kg | 5–6000 mg | 4.5–6000.0 ml | — |
| 18 kg | 5–7200 mg | 5.4–7200.0 ml | — |
| 20 kg | 6–8000 mg | 6.0–8000.0 ml | — |
| 25 kg | 8–10000 mg | 7.5–10000.0 ml | — |
| 30 kg | 9–12000 mg | 9.0–12000.0 ml | — |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •No role for chickenpox, polio, mumps prophylaxis; caution in IgA deficiency
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