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Dosage Based on the Medical Condition to be Treated
By using Table 8.5 calculate the IV drug dose for a 3-pound 3-ounce neonate.
Age Group Weight Range Dosage
Neonate (0-1 month) Up to 5 kg 30 mg/kg every 12 hours
Infant (1 month - 1 year) 5-10 kg 25 mg/kg every 8 hours
Child (1-12 years) 10-40 kg 20 mg/kg every 8 hours
Adolescent (13-17 years) 40-70 kg 15 mg/kg every 8 hours
Adult Over 70 kg 500 mg every 8 hours
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