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Pyrantel Pamoate
💊 Used for: Pinworms, hookworms, roundworms, Strongyloides
Formulation
Suspension
250mg/5ml
Dose Range
10–11 mg/kg
Max Daily
11 mg/kg
Frequency
Single dose, repeat after 2 weeks
Max Single
1000 mg
Route: Oral
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: 250mg/5ml
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 50–55 mg | 1.0–1.1 ml | ≤ 55 mg |
| 6 kg | 60–66 mg | 1.2–1.3 ml | ≤ 66 mg |
| 7 kg | 70–77 mg | 1.4–1.5 ml | ≤ 77 mg |
| 8 kg | 80–88 mg | 1.6–1.8 ml | ≤ 88 mg |
| 9 kg | 90–99 mg | 1.8–2.0 ml | ≤ 99 mg |
| 10 kg | 100–110 mg | 2.0–2.2 ml | ≤ 110 mg |
| 12 kg | 120–132 mg | 2.4–2.6 ml | ≤ 132 mg |
| 15 kg | 150–165 mg | 3.0–3.3 ml | ≤ 165 mg |
| 18 kg | 180–198 mg | 3.6–4.0 ml | ≤ 198 mg |
| 20 kg | 200–220 mg | 4.0–4.4 ml | ≤ 220 mg |
| 25 kg | 250–275 mg | 5.0–5.5 ml | ≤ 275 mg |
| 30 kg | 300–330 mg | 6.0–6.6 ml | ≤ 330 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •May cause liver dysfunction
- •Give with or without food
Possible Side Effects
- •Nausea, vomiting
- •Abdominal cramps
- •Diarrhea
- •Headache
- •Dizziness
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