PediRounds

Linezolid — paediatric dose

Weight-based dosing for Linezolid in children. Category: Antibiotic.

Dose10 mg/kg 8H (<12 yr)
Per kg10 mg/kg
Maximum600 mg
RouteIV/PO
Frequency8H

Clinical notes

Max 600 mg/dose. Monitor for cytopenias.

Sources

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