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Tramadol — paediatric dose

Weight-based dosing for Tramadol in children. Category: Analgesia.

Dose1–2 mg/kg (max 100 mg/dose)
Per kg1–2 mg/kg
Maximum100 mg
RouteIV/PO
Frequency6H

Common questions

What is the dose of Tramadol in children?

1–2 mg/kg (max 100 mg/dose). That is 1–2 mg/kg per dose.

What is the maximum Tramadol dose for a child?

The maximum single dose is 100 mg. Weight-based calculation should never exceed this ceiling.

How is Tramadol given?

Tramadol is given by IV/PO, 6H.

Other Analgesia drugs

About this page

Reviewed by Dr Santanu Ghosh — MBBS, MD Paediatrics (Army), IDPCCM (IAP, ICH Kolkata). Paediatrician and paediatric critical care specialist.

Compiled from standard paediatric references. Verify against a current formulary and your local protocol.

Spotted something wrong? Report an error on this page — corrections from clinicians are welcome and are reviewed before any change is published.

Last reviewed 2026-08-12.