Labetalol — paediatric dose
Weight-based dosing for Labetalol in children. Category: Cardiac.
| Dose | 0.25-0.5 mg/kg IV bolus (max 20 mg); infusion 0.25-3 mg/kg/hr |
|---|---|
| Per kg | 0.25–0.5 mg/kg |
| Maximum | 20 mg |
| Route | IV |
Clinical notes
Hypertensive emergency. Avoid in asthma, heart block, decompensated failure.
Sources
- Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 21st edition
- The Harriet Lane Handbook, 22nd edition
- BNF for Children
- PALS 2020 guidelines