PediRounds

Hydrocortisone — paediatric dose

Weight-based dosing for Hydrocortisone in children. Category: Respiratory.

Dose2–4 mg/kg 6H; adrenal crisis 2 mg/kg (max 100)
Per kg2–4 mg/kg
Maximum100 mg
RouteIV
Frequency6H

Clinical notes

Max ~100 mg/dose.

Sources

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