Suxamethonium — paediatric dose
Weight-based dosing for Suxamethonium in children. Category: Sedation.
| Dose | 1–2 mg/kg (infants 2 mg/kg) |
|---|---|
| Per kg | 1–2 mg/kg |
| Maximum | 150 mg |
| Route | IV |
| Frequency | RSI |
Clinical notes
Depolarising. Hyperkalaemia risk; avoid in burns/denervation.
Sources
- Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 21st edition
- The Harriet Lane Handbook, 22nd edition
- BNF for Children
- PALS 2020 guidelines