PSEUDOEPHEDRINE
(Sudafed)Standard Prescription
pseudoephedrine __mg PO Q__H (__mg/kg/24 hr)
Dosages
Children (6-12 yrs):
30 mg/dose PO Q4-6H PRN Maximum : 120 mg/24hr.
>12 yrs - Adults:
Maximum: 240 mg/24 hours
30 mg/dose PO Q4-6H PRN Maximum : 120 mg/24hr.
>12 yrs - Adults:
30-60 mg/dose PO Q4-6H PRN.
Mechanism of Action
Alpha and beta-adrenergic receptor agonist.
Forms Supplied
tablet: 60 mg commercially available but not stocked at BCCH.
Comments
Health Canada no longer recommends use in children less than 6 years old.
Use with caution in patients with hypertension, hyperglycemia, cardiac disease, thyroid disease, glaucoma.
Use with caution in patients with hypertension, hyperglycemia, cardiac disease, thyroid disease, glaucoma.
References
44, 133
Last Edited
2022-09-08 05:29:55