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Ramipril
💊 Used for: Hypertension
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
0.05–0.6 mg/kg
Max Daily
N/A
Frequency
Once daily (start 1.25-6.25 mg/day, increase up to 20 mg/day)
Max Single
20 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 | 0–3 mg | 0.3–3.0 ml | — |
| 6 kg | 0–4 mg | 0.3–3.6 ml | — |
| 7 kg | 0–4 mg | 0.4–4.2 ml | — |
| 8 kg | 0–5 mg | 0.4–4.8 ml | — |
| 9 kg | 0–5 mg | 0.5–5.4 ml | — |
| 10 kg | 1–6 mg | 0.5–6.0 ml | — |
| 12 kg | 1–7 mg | 0.6–7.2 ml | — |
| 15 kg | 1–9 mg | 0.8–9.0 ml | — |
| 18 kg | 1–11 mg | 0.9–10.8 ml | — |
| 20 kg | 1–12 mg | 1.0–12.0 ml | — |
| 25 kg | 1–15 mg | 1.3–15.0 ml | — |
| 30 kg | 2–18 mg | 1.5–18.0 ml | — |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •C/I: Hypersensitivity with any ACE inhibitor.
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