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Propranolol
💊 Used for: Hypertension, tachyarrhythmias, essential tremors, anxiety, migraine prophylaxis, portal hypertension, capillary hemangioma
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
0.5–4 mg/kg
Max Daily
N/A
Frequency
Every 6-12 hours (hypertension); 2-6 mg/kg/day q 6-8 hr (arrhythmia/cyanotic spells)
Max Single
40 mg
Route: Oral/IV
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: Standard tablet
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 3–20 mg | 2.5–20.0 ml | — |
| 6 kg | 3–24 mg | 3.0–24.0 ml | — |
| 7 kg | 4–28 mg | 3.5–28.0 ml | — |
| 8 kg | 4–32 mg | 4.0–32.0 ml | — |
| 9 kg | 5–36 mg | 4.5–36.0 ml | — |
| 10 kg | 5–40 mg | 5.0–40.0 ml | — |
| 12 kg | 6–48 mg | 6.0–48.0 ml | — |
| 15 kg | 8–60 mg | 7.5–60.0 ml | — |
| 18 kg | 9–72 mg | 9.0–72.0 ml | — |
| 20 kg | 10–80 mg | 10.0–80.0 ml | — |
| 25 kg | 13–100 mg | 12.5–100.0 ml | — |
| 30 kg | 15–120 mg | 15.0–120.0 ml | — |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •C/I: Bronchial asthma, congestive heart failure, heart block.
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