PediRounds

Tranexamic acid — paediatric dose

Weight-based dosing for Tranexamic acid in children. Category: Other.

Dose10–15 mg/kg (trauma: 15 mg/kg load, max 1 g)
Per kg10–15 mg/kg
Maximum1000 mg
RouteIV

Clinical notes

Give early in major haemorrhage/trauma.

Sources

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