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Reserpine
💊 Used for: Hypertension, hypertensive encephalopathy
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
0.02–0.07 mg/kg
Max Daily
N/A
Frequency
Every 8-12 hours; hypertensive encephalopathy 0.07 mg/kg IM (max 1 mg)
Max Single
0.25 mg
Route: Oral/IM
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: Standard tablet
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 0–0 mg | 0.1–0.4 ml | — |
| 6 kg | 0–0 mg | 0.1–0.4 ml | — |
| 7 kg | 0–0 mg | 0.1–0.5 ml | — |
| 8 kg | 0–1 mg | 0.2–0.6 ml | — |
| 9 kg | 0–1 mg | 0.2–0.6 ml | — |
| 10 kg | 0–1 mg | 0.2–0.7 ml | — |
| 12 kg | 0–1 mg | 0.2–0.8 ml | — |
| 15 kg | 0–1 mg | 0.3–1.1 ml | — |
| 18 kg | 0–1 mg | 0.4–1.3 ml | — |
| 20 kg | 0–1 mg | 0.4–1.4 ml | — |
| 25 kg | 1–2 mg | 0.5–1.8 ml | — |
| 30 kg | 1–2 mg | 0.6–2.1 ml | — |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •C/I: Depression, active peptic ulcer, ulcerative colitis.
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