Diazoxide — paediatric dose
Weight-based dosing for Diazoxide in children. Category: Endocrine.
| Dose | 5-15 mg/kg/day divided 8-12H (hyperinsulinaemic hypoglycaemia) |
|---|---|
| Per kg | 5–15 mg/kg |
| Route | PO |
| Frequency | 8-12H |
Clinical notes
Fluid retention (give with a thiazide); watch for pulmonary hypertension in neonates.
Sources
- Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 21st edition
- The Harriet Lane Handbook, 22nd edition
- BNF for Children
- PALS 2020 guidelines