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Open Dose Calculator →Propranolol Hydrochloride
Propranolol
💊 Used for: Tachyarrhythmias, hypertension, migraine prophylaxis
Formulation
Tablet
10mg, 40mg, 80mg tablets
Dose Range
0.5–1 mg/kg
Max Daily
4 mg/kg
Frequency
Every 6-8 hours oral, IV repeat in 15 min
Max Single
20 mg
Route: Oral/IV
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: 10mg, 40mg, 80mg tablets
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 3–5 mg | 0.3–0.5 ml | ≤ 20 mg |
| 6 kg | 3–6 mg | 0.3–0.6 ml | ≤ 24 mg |
| 7 kg | 4–7 mg | 0.3–0.7 ml | ≤ 28 mg |
| 8 kg | 4–8 mg | 0.4–0.8 ml | ≤ 32 mg |
| 9 kg | 5–9 mg | 0.5–0.9 ml | ≤ 36 mg |
| 10 kg | 5–10 mg | 0.5–1.0 ml | ≤ 40 mg |
| 12 kg | 6–12 mg | 0.6–1.2 ml | ≤ 48 mg |
| 15 kg | 8–15 mg | 0.8–1.5 ml | ≤ 60 mg |
| 18 kg | 9–18 mg | 0.9–1.8 ml | ≤ 72 mg |
| 20 kg | 10–20 mg | 1.0–2.0 ml | ≤ 80 mg |
| 25 kg | 13–25 mg | 1.3–2.5 ml | ≤ 100 mg |
| 30 kg | 15–30 mg | 1.5–3.0 ml | ≤ 120 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Monitor for bronchospasm
- •Use with caution in asthma
- •May mask hypoglycemic symptoms
Possible Side Effects
- •Bradycardia
- •Bronchospasm
- •Hypotension
- •Fatigue
- •Cold extremities
- •May worsen CHF
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