Prostaglandin E1 (Alprostadil) Dose for Children

Prostaglandin E1 (Alprostadil)IV

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Prostaglandin E1 (Alprostadil)

Prostaglandin E1 (Alprostadil)

💊 Used for: Ductus-dependent congenital heart diseases

Formulation

Tablet

Standard tablet

Dose Range

0.010.4 mg/kg

Max Daily

N/A

Frequency

As directed

Max Single

N/A

Route: IV

Dose by Child Weight

Based on formulation: Standard tablet

Child's WeightDose (mg)Dose (ml)Max Daily Dose (mg)
5 kg02 mg0.12.0 ml
6 kg02 mg0.12.4 ml
7 kg03 mg0.12.8 ml
8 kg03 mg0.13.2 ml
9 kg04 mg0.13.6 ml
10 kg04 mg0.14.0 ml
12 kg05 mg0.14.8 ml
15 kg06 mg0.16.0 ml
18 kg07 mg0.27.2 ml
20 kg08 mg0.28.0 ml
25 kg010 mg0.310.0 ml
30 kg012 mg0.312.0 ml

* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.

⚠️ Important Warnings

  • Apnea
  • Flushing
  • Hypotension
  • Seizure-like activity
  • Platelet aggregation defect

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