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Paromomycin
💊 Used for: Amebiasis, giardiasis, cryptosporidiosis, tapeworms, visceral leishmaniasis
Formulation
Capsule
250mg capsules
Dose Range
10–45 mg/kg
Max Daily
75 mg/kg
Frequency
Varies by indication
Max Single
500 mg
Route: Oral
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: 250mg capsules
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 50–225 mg | 0.2–0.9 ml | ≤ 375 mg |
| 6 kg | 60–270 mg | 0.2–1.1 ml | ≤ 450 mg |
| 7 kg | 70–315 mg | 0.3–1.3 ml | ≤ 525 mg |
| 8 kg | 80–360 mg | 0.3–1.4 ml | ≤ 600 mg |
| 9 kg | 90–405 mg | 0.4–1.6 ml | ≤ 675 mg |
| 10 kg | 100–450 mg | 0.4–1.8 ml | ≤ 750 mg |
| 12 kg | 120–540 mg | 0.5–2.2 ml | ≤ 900 mg |
| 15 kg | 150–675 mg | 0.6–2.7 ml | ≤ 1125 mg |
| 18 kg | 180–810 mg | 0.7–3.2 ml | ≤ 1350 mg |
| 20 kg | 200–900 mg | 0.8–3.6 ml | ≤ 1500 mg |
| 25 kg | 250–1125 mg | 1.0–4.5 ml | ≤ 1875 mg |
| 30 kg | 300–1350 mg | 1.2–5.4 ml | ≤ 2250 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Safe in pregnancy and lactation
- •Monitor renal function with prolonged use
Possible Side Effects
- •Nausea, abdominal pain
- •Diarrhea
- •Vertigo
- •Skin rash
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