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Para-aminosalicylic acid (PAS)
💊 Used for: MDR tuberculosis (second/third line)
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
200–400 mg/kg
Max Daily
400 mg/kg
Frequency
As directed
Max Single
4000 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 | 1000–2000 mg | 1000.0–2000.0 ml | ≤ 2000 mg |
| 6 kg | 1200–2400 mg | 1200.0–2400.0 ml | ≤ 2400 mg |
| 7 kg | 1400–2800 mg | 1400.0–2800.0 ml | ≤ 2800 mg |
| 8 kg | 1600–3200 mg | 1600.0–3200.0 ml | ≤ 3200 mg |
| 9 kg | 1800–3600 mg | 1800.0–3600.0 ml | ≤ 3600 mg |
| 10 kg | 2000–4000 mg | 2000.0–4000.0 ml | ≤ 4000 mg |
| 12 kg | 2400–4800 mg | 2400.0–4800.0 ml | ≤ 4800 mg |
| 15 kg | 3000–6000 mg | 3000.0–6000.0 ml | ≤ 6000 mg |
| 18 kg | 3600–7200 mg | 3600.0–7200.0 ml | ≤ 7200 mg |
| 20 kg | 4000–8000 mg | 4000.0–8000.0 ml | ≤ 8000 mg |
| 25 kg | 5000–10000 mg | 5000.0–10000.0 ml | ≤ 10000 mg |
| 30 kg | 6000–12000 mg | 6000.0–12000.0 ml | ≤ 12000 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •GI intolerance; hepatotoxicity; crystalluria; sulfa-like reactions
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