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Pyrazinamide
💊 Used for: Tuberculosis (first line, intensive phase); DOTS
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
30–40 mg/kg
Max Daily
40 mg/kg
Frequency
As directed
Max Single
2000 mg
Route: oral
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: Standard tablet
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 150–200 mg | 150.0–200.0 ml | ≤ 200 mg |
| 6 kg | 180–240 mg | 180.0–240.0 ml | ≤ 240 mg |
| 7 kg | 210–280 mg | 210.0–280.0 ml | ≤ 280 mg |
| 8 kg | 240–320 mg | 240.0–320.0 ml | ≤ 320 mg |
| 9 kg | 270–360 mg | 270.0–360.0 ml | ≤ 360 mg |
| 10 kg | 300–400 mg | 300.0–400.0 ml | ≤ 400 mg |
| 12 kg | 360–480 mg | 360.0–480.0 ml | ≤ 480 mg |
| 15 kg | 450–600 mg | 450.0–600.0 ml | ≤ 600 mg |
| 18 kg | 540–720 mg | 540.0–720.0 ml | ≤ 720 mg |
| 20 kg | 600–800 mg | 600.0–800.0 ml | ≤ 800 mg |
| 25 kg | 750–1000 mg | 750.0–1000.0 ml | ≤ 1000 mg |
| 30 kg | 900–1200 mg | 900.0–1200.0 ml | ≤ 1200 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Hepatotoxicity; hyperuricemia; arthralgia
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