PediRounds

Ampicillin — paediatric dose

Weight-based dosing for Ampicillin in children. Category: Antibiotic.

Dose25–50 mg/kg 6H (meningitis 50)
Per kg25–50 mg/kg
Maximum2000 mg
RouteIV
Frequency6H

Clinical notes

Max 2 g/dose.

Sources

  • Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 21st edition
  • The Harriet Lane Handbook, 22nd edition
  • BNF for Children
  • PALS 2020 guidelines