Dopamine — paediatric dose
Weight-based dosing for Dopamine in children. Category: Infusion.
| Dose | 5–20 mcg/kg/min |
|---|---|
| Per kg | 5–20 mcg/kg/min/kg |
| Route | IV |
| Frequency | titrate |
Clinical notes
Central line preferred >10 mcg/kg/min.
Sources
- Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 21st edition
- The Harriet Lane Handbook, 22nd edition
- BNF for Children
- PALS 2020 guidelines