Dexmedetomidine (infusion) — paediatric dose

Weight-based dosing for Dexmedetomidine (infusion) in children. Category: Infusion.

Clinical notes

Bradycardia/hypotension; minimal respiratory depression.

0.2-1.4 mcg/kg/hr. That is 0.2–1.4 mcg/kg/hr/kg per dose.

Dexmedetomidine (infusion) is given by IV.

Reviewed by Dr Santanu Ghosh — MBBS, MD Paediatrics (Army), IDPCCM (IAP, ICH Kolkata). Paediatrician and paediatric critical care specialist.

Compiled from standard paediatric references. Verify against a current formulary and your local protocol.

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Last reviewed 2026-08-12.