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Albuterol
💊 Used for: Asthma, bronchospasm
Formulation
Syrup
2mg/5ml
Dose Range
0.1–0.2 mg/kg
Max Daily
1.2 mg/kg
Frequency
Every 4-6 hours as needed
Max Single
10 mg
Route: Oral
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: 2mg/5ml
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 1–1 mg | 1.3–2.5 ml | ≤ 6 mg |
| 6 kg | 1–1 mg | 1.5–3.0 ml | ≤ 7 mg |
| 7 kg | 1–1 mg | 1.8–3.5 ml | ≤ 8 mg |
| 8 kg | 1–2 mg | 2.0–4.0 ml | ≤ 10 mg |
| 9 kg | 1–2 mg | 2.3–4.5 ml | ≤ 11 mg |
| 10 kg | 1–2 mg | 2.5–5.0 ml | ≤ 12 mg |
| 12 kg | 1–2 mg | 3.0–6.0 ml | ≤ 14 mg |
| 15 kg | 2–3 mg | 3.8–7.5 ml | ≤ 18 mg |
| 18 kg | 2–4 mg | 4.5–9.0 ml | ≤ 22 mg |
| 20 kg | 2–4 mg | 5.0–10.0 ml | ≤ 24 mg |
| 25 kg | 3–5 mg | 6.3–12.5 ml | ≤ 30 mg |
| 30 kg | 3–6 mg | 7.5–15.0 ml | ≤ 36 mg |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Monitor heart rate
- •May cause tremors
- •Not for regular use if not needed
Possible Side Effects
- •Tremor (common)
- •Tachycardia, palpitations
- •Hypokalemia
- •Hyperglycemia
- •Nervousness, anxiety
- •Paradoxical bronchospasm (rare)
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