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Glyceryl trinitrate (GTN) — paediatric dose

Weight-based dosing for Glyceryl trinitrate (GTN) in children. Category: Infusion.

Dose0.5-5 mcg/kg/min
Per kg0.5–5 mcg/kg/min/kg
RouteIV
Frequencytitrate

Clinical notes

Venodilator; headache and hypotension.

Common questions

What is the dose of Glyceryl trinitrate (GTN) in children?

0.5-5 mcg/kg/min. That is 0.5–5 mcg/kg/min/kg per dose.

How is Glyceryl trinitrate (GTN) given?

Glyceryl trinitrate (GTN) is given by IV, titrate.

About this page

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

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Last reviewed 2026-08-12.