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Cefuroxime — paediatric dose

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

Dose25-50 mg/kg 8H IV (PO 15 mg/kg 12H)
Per kg25–50 mg/kg
Maximum1500 mg
RouteIV
Frequency8H

Clinical notes

Max 1.5 g/dose.

Sources

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