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Labetalol
💊 Used for: Hypertension, hypertensive crisis
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
1–3 mg/kg
Max Daily
N/A
Frequency
Every 12 hours (oral); IV crisis: 0.25-1 mg/kg over 2 min
Max Single
200 mg
Route: Oral/IV
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: Standard tablet
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 5–15 mg | 5.0–15.0 ml | — |
| 6 kg | 6–18 mg | 6.0–18.0 ml | — |
| 7 kg | 7–21 mg | 7.0–21.0 ml | — |
| 8 kg | 8–24 mg | 8.0–24.0 ml | — |
| 9 kg | 9–27 mg | 9.0–27.0 ml | — |
| 10 kg | 10–30 mg | 10.0–30.0 ml | — |
| 12 kg | 12–36 mg | 12.0–36.0 ml | — |
| 15 kg | 15–45 mg | 15.0–45.0 ml | — |
| 18 kg | 18–54 mg | 18.0–54.0 ml | — |
| 20 kg | 20–60 mg | 20.0–60.0 ml | — |
| 25 kg | 25–75 mg | 25.0–75.0 ml | — |
| 30 kg | 30–90 mg | 30.0–90.0 ml | — |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •C/I: Asthmatics, heart failure, hypoglycemic states.
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