Linezolid — paediatric dose

10 mg/kg 8H (<12 yr). That is 10 mg/kg per dose.

The maximum single dose is 600 mg. Weight-based calculation should never exceed this ceiling.

Linezolid is given by IV/PO, 8H.

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

Clinical notes

Max 600 mg/dose. Monitor for cytopenias.

10 mg/kg 8H (<12 yr). That is 10 mg/kg per dose.

The maximum single dose is 600 mg. Weight-based calculation should never exceed this ceiling.

Linezolid is given by IV/PO, 8H.

Reviewed by Dr Santanu Ghosh — MBBS, MD Paediatrics (Army), IDPCCM (IAP, ICH Kolkata). Paediatrician and paediatric critical care specialist.

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

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Last reviewed 2026-08-12.