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Hydroxyzine hydrochloride
💊 Used for: Anxiety, pruritis, urticaria, sedation
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
2–2 mg/kg
Max Daily
N/A
Frequency
Every 6 hours (oral); 0.5-1 mg/kg/dose q 4-6 hr IM
Max Single
25 mg
Route: Oral/IM
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: Standard tablet
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 10–10 mg | 10.0–10.0 ml | — |
| 6 kg | 12–12 mg | 12.0–12.0 ml | — |
| 7 kg | 14–14 mg | 14.0–14.0 ml | — |
| 8 kg | 16–16 mg | 16.0–16.0 ml | — |
| 9 kg | 18–18 mg | 18.0–18.0 ml | — |
| 10 kg | 20–20 mg | 20.0–20.0 ml | — |
| 12 kg | 24–24 mg | 24.0–24.0 ml | — |
| 15 kg | 30–30 mg | 30.0–30.0 ml | — |
| 18 kg | 36–36 mg | 36.0–36.0 ml | — |
| 20 kg | 40–40 mg | 40.0–40.0 ml | — |
| 25 kg | 50–50 mg | 50.0–50.0 ml | — |
| 30 kg | 60–60 mg | 60.0–60.0 ml | — |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Not recommended in infants below 6 months, acute porphyria, ECG changes.
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