Levetiracetam — paediatric dose
Weight-based dosing for Levetiracetam in children. Category: Anticonvulsant.
| Dose | 40–60 mg/kg load over 5 min |
|---|---|
| Per kg | 40–60 mg/kg |
| Maximum | 4500 mg |
| Route | IV |
| Frequency | load |
Clinical notes
Max 4.5 g. Second-line status epilepticus.
Common questions
What is the dose of Levetiracetam in children?
40–60 mg/kg load over 5 min. That is 40–60 mg/kg per dose.
What is the maximum Levetiracetam dose for a child?
The maximum single dose is 4500 mg. Weight-based calculation should never exceed this ceiling.
How is Levetiracetam given?
Levetiracetam is given by IV, load.
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.