PediRounds

Glucagon — paediatric dose

Weight-based dosing for Glucagon in children. Category: Fluid/Electrolyte.

Dose0.03 mg/kg (max 1 mg)
Per kg0.03 mg/kg
Maximum1 mg
RouteIM/SC/IV

Clinical notes

Hypoglycaemia when no IV access; beta-blocker OD.

Sources

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