N-acetylcysteine — paediatric dose
Weight-based dosing for N-acetylcysteine in children. Category: Other.
| Dose | 150 mg/kg over 1 h, then 50 mg/kg/4h, then 100 mg/kg/16h |
|---|---|
| Per kg | 150 mg/kg |
| Route | IV |
| Frequency | loading |
Clinical notes
Paracetamol overdose. Follow local nomogram/protocol.
Sources
- Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 21st edition
- The Harriet Lane Handbook, 22nd edition
- BNF for Children
- PALS 2020 guidelines