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Paraldehyde
💊 Used for: Uncontrolled status epilepticus
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
0.1–0.3 mg/kg
Max Daily
N/A
Frequency
q 4-6 hours (deep IM or PR with coconut oil)
Max Single
8 mg
Route: IM/PR
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: Standard tablet
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 1–2 mg | 0.5–1.5 ml | — |
| 6 kg | 1–2 mg | 0.6–1.8 ml | — |
| 7 kg | 1–2 mg | 0.7–2.1 ml | — |
| 8 kg | 1–2 mg | 0.8–2.4 ml | — |
| 9 kg | 1–3 mg | 0.9–2.7 ml | — |
| 10 kg | 1–3 mg | 1.0–3.0 ml | — |
| 12 kg | 1–4 mg | 1.2–3.6 ml | — |
| 15 kg | 2–5 mg | 1.5–4.5 ml | — |
| 18 kg | 2–5 mg | 1.8–5.4 ml | — |
| 20 kg | 2–6 mg | 2.0–6.0 ml | — |
| 25 kg | 3–8 mg | 2.5–7.5 ml | — |
| 30 kg | 3–9 mg | 3.0–9.0 ml | — |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Proctitis and abscess at injection site. Use glass syringe. C/I: Pulmonary and hepatic disease.
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