Lincomycin Dose for Children

LincomycinOral/IM/IV

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Lincomycin

Lincomycin

💊 Used for: Gram-positive infections

Formulation

Tablet

Standard tablet

Dose Range

3060 mg/kg

Max Daily

N/A

Frequency

Every 8 hours (oral); 8-12 hr (IM/IV)

Max Single

600 mg

Route: Oral/IM/IV

Dose by Child Weight

Based on formulation: Standard tablet

Child's WeightDose (mg)Dose (ml)Max Daily Dose (mg)
5 kg150300 mg150.0300.0 ml
6 kg180360 mg180.0360.0 ml
7 kg210420 mg210.0420.0 ml
8 kg240480 mg240.0480.0 ml
9 kg270540 mg270.0540.0 ml
10 kg300600 mg300.0600.0 ml
12 kg360720 mg360.0720.0 ml
15 kg450900 mg450.0900.0 ml
18 kg5401080 mg540.01080.0 ml
20 kg6001200 mg600.01200.0 ml
25 kg7501500 mg750.01500.0 ml
30 kg9001800 mg900.01800.0 ml

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

⚠️ Important Warnings

  • Pseudomembranous colitis.

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