PediRounds

Salbutamol (nebulised) — paediatric dose

Weight-based dosing for Salbutamol (nebulised) in children. Category: Respiratory.

Dose2.5 mg (<5 yr) or 5 mg (≥5 yr); IV 5 mcg/kg load then 1–2 mcg/kg/min
RouteNEB
Frequencyprn/continuous

Clinical notes

Not weight-based when nebulised. Monitor K+ and lactate.

Sources

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