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Ketamine
💊 Used for: Emergency anesthesia, Procedural sedation
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
0.5–5 mg/kg
Max Daily
N/A
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 | 3–25 mg | 2.5–25.0 ml | — |
| 6 kg | 3–30 mg | 3.0–30.0 ml | — |
| 7 kg | 4–35 mg | 3.5–35.0 ml | — |
| 8 kg | 4–40 mg | 4.0–40.0 ml | — |
| 9 kg | 5–45 mg | 4.5–45.0 ml | — |
| 10 kg | 5–50 mg | 5.0–50.0 ml | — |
| 12 kg | 6–60 mg | 6.0–60.0 ml | — |
| 15 kg | 8–75 mg | 7.5–75.0 ml | — |
| 18 kg | 9–90 mg | 9.0–90.0 ml | — |
| 20 kg | 10–100 mg | 10.0–100.0 ml | — |
| 25 kg | 13–125 mg | 12.5–125.0 ml | — |
| 30 kg | 15–150 mg | 15.0–150.0 ml | — |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Give slowly IV to avoid respiratory depression
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