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Losartan
💊 Used for: Hypertension (>6 yrs)
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
0.7–1.4 mg/kg
Max Daily
N/A
Frequency
Once daily
Max Single
50 mg
Route: Oral
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: Standard tablet
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 4–7 mg | 3.5–7.0 ml | — |
| 6 kg | 4–8 mg | 4.2–8.4 ml | — |
| 7 kg | 5–10 mg | 4.9–9.8 ml | — |
| 8 kg | 6–11 mg | 5.6–11.2 ml | — |
| 9 kg | 6–13 mg | 6.3–12.6 ml | — |
| 10 kg | 7–14 mg | 7.0–14.0 ml | — |
| 12 kg | 8–17 mg | 8.4–16.8 ml | — |
| 15 kg | 11–21 mg | 10.5–21.0 ml | — |
| 18 kg | 13–25 mg | 12.6–25.2 ml | — |
| 20 kg | 14–28 mg | 14.0–28.0 ml | — |
| 25 kg | 18–35 mg | 17.5–35.0 ml | — |
| 30 kg | 21–42 mg | 21.0–42.0 ml | — |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
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