Benzylpenicillin — paediatric dose
Weight-based dosing for Benzylpenicillin in children. Category: Antibiotic.
| Dose | 30–60 mg/kg (50,000–100,000 U/kg) 4–6H |
|---|---|
| Per kg | 30–60 mg/kg |
| Maximum | 2400 mg |
| Route | IV |
| Frequency | 4–6H |
Clinical notes
Meningococcaemia: give early.
Sources
- Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 21st edition
- The Harriet Lane Handbook, 22nd edition
- BNF for Children
- PALS 2020 guidelines