Adrenaline (epinephrine) – arrest — paediatric dose
Weight-based dosing for Adrenaline (epinephrine) – arrest in children. Category: Resuscitation.
| Dose | 0.01 mg/kg (0.1 mL/kg of 1:10,000) |
|---|---|
| Per kg | 0.01 mg/kg |
| Maximum | 1 mg |
| Route | IV/IO |
| Frequency | q3–5 min |
Clinical notes
Cardiac arrest. Max single dose 1 mg. ET route 0.1 mg/kg if no access.
Common questions
What is the dose of Adrenaline (epinephrine) – arrest in children?
0.01 mg/kg (0.1 mL/kg of 1:10,000). That is 0.01 mg/kg per dose.
What is the maximum Adrenaline (epinephrine) – arrest dose for a child?
The maximum single dose is 1 mg. Weight-based calculation should never exceed this ceiling.
How is Adrenaline (epinephrine) – arrest given?
Adrenaline (epinephrine) – arrest is given by IV/IO, q3–5 min.
About this page
Compiled from standard paediatric references. Verify against a current formulary and your local protocol.
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Last reviewed 2026-08-12.