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Sodium nitroprusside
💊 Used for: Hypertensive crisis
Formulation
Tablet
Standard tablet
Dose Range
0.3–8 mg/kg
Max Daily
N/A
Frequency
Continuous IV infusion (0.3-8 μg/kg/min)
Max Single
N/A
Route: IV
Dose by Child Weight
Based on formulation: Standard tablet
| Child's Weight | Dose (mg) | Dose (ml) | Max Daily Dose (mg) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 kg | 2–40 mg | 1.5–40.0 ml | — |
| 6 kg | 2–48 mg | 1.8–48.0 ml | — |
| 7 kg | 2–56 mg | 2.1–56.0 ml | — |
| 8 kg | 2–64 mg | 2.4–64.0 ml | — |
| 9 kg | 3–72 mg | 2.7–72.0 ml | — |
| 10 kg | 3–80 mg | 3.0–80.0 ml | — |
| 12 kg | 4–96 mg | 3.6–96.0 ml | — |
| 15 kg | 5–120 mg | 4.5–120.0 ml | — |
| 18 kg | 5–144 mg | 5.4–144.0 ml | — |
| 20 kg | 6–160 mg | 6.0–160.0 ml | — |
| 25 kg | 8–200 mg | 7.5–200.0 ml | — |
| 30 kg | 9–240 mg | 9.0–240.0 ml | — |
* Always verify with your doctor. doses are approximate and may vary based on condition and formulation.
⚠️ Important Warnings
- •Cyanide toxicity. C/I: Increased intracranial pressure, severe hepatic impairment.
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