| Chlorpheniramine Dosage Table | | Child's weight more than (pounds) | 22 | 33 | 44 | 55 | 66 | 77 | 88 | lbs. | | Total amount (mg) | 1 | 1½ | 2 | 2½ | 3 | 3½ | 4 | mg | | Liquid 2 mg/5 ml (tsp) | ½ | ¾ | 1 | 1 | 1½ | 1½ | 2 | tsp | | Tablets 4 mg. | -- | -- | ½ | ½ | ½ | 1 | 1 | tablets |
Indications: For allergic reactions, nasal allergies, hives and itching. Table Notes: - AGE LIMIT: For allergies, don't use under 1 year of age (Reason: it's a sedative). For colds, not recommended at any age (Reason: no proven benefits) and should be avoided if under 4 years old. Avoid multi-ingredient products in children under 6 years of age (Reason: FDA recommendations 10/2008).
- DOSAGE: Determine by finding child's weight in the top row of the dosage table
- ADULT DOSAGE: Â 4 mg. Repeat every 6-8 hours as needed
- 6-12 years DOSAGE: 8 mg long acting tablet every 12 hours as needed
- 12 years and older DOSAGE: 12 mg long acting tablet every 12 hours as needed
- Brompheniramine dosage is the same as chlorpheniramine dosage.
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Author and Senior Reviewer: Barton D. Schmitt, M.D.
Content Set: Pediatric HouseCalls Online
Pediatric HouseCalls Online
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