PediRounds

Morphine — paediatric dose

Weight-based dosing for Morphine in children. Category: Sedation.

DoseIV 0.05–0.1 mg/kg; oral 0.2–0.4 mg/kg
Per kg0.05–0.1 mg/kg
Maximum10 mg
RouteIV
Frequencyq2–4h

Clinical notes

Titrate to effect; monitor respiration.

Sources

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