Calcium gluconate 10% — paediatric dose
Weight-based dosing for Calcium gluconate 10% in children. Category: Resuscitation.
| Dose | 0.5 mL/kg of 10% (0.11 mmol/kg) over 5–10 min |
|---|---|
| Per kg | 0.5 mL/kg |
| Maximum | 20 mL |
| Route | slow IV |
Clinical notes
Hyperkalaemia / hypocalcaemia / Ca-channel-blocker OD. Max 20 mL.
Common questions
What is the dose of Calcium gluconate 10% in children?
0.5 mL/kg of 10% (0.11 mmol/kg) over 5–10 min. That is 0.5 mL/kg per dose.
What is the maximum Calcium gluconate 10% dose for a child?
The maximum single dose is 20 mL. Weight-based calculation should never exceed this ceiling.
How is Calcium gluconate 10% given?
Calcium gluconate 10% is given by slow IV.
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.