Sodium valproate — paediatric dose
Weight-based dosing for Sodium valproate in children. Category: Anticonvulsant.
| Dose | 20–40 mg/kg load |
|---|---|
| Per kg | 20–40 mg/kg |
| Route | IV |
| Frequency | load |
Clinical notes
Avoid in hepatic/metabolic disease and <2 yr.
Sources
- Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 21st edition
- The Harriet Lane Handbook, 22nd edition
- BNF for Children
- PALS 2020 guidelines