updated meds cd exams1 Flashcards
(19 cards)
What is the dosage of Acetaminophen in children under 12?
10–15 mg/kg/dose every q6h qid; Max 75 mg/kg/day
What is the dosage of Acetaminophen in those 12 years and older?
1000 mg qid; Max 4000 mg/day
What is the dosage of Ibuprofen in children under 12?
4–10 mg/kg/dose tds ; Max 600 mg/dose
What is the dosage of Ibuprofen in ≥12y or adults?
200–400 mg three times daily; Max 3200 mg/day
What is the dosage of Amoxicillin in <40 kg children?
20–40 mg/kg/day in 3 divided doses (TDS)
What is the dosage of Amoxicillin in ≥40 kg or adults?
250–500 mg TDS; Max single dose 875 mg BD
What is the dosage of Azithromycin in children?
10 mg/kg day 1, then 5 mg/kg OD for 2–5 days; Max 500 mg/day
What is the dosage of Azithromycin in adults?
500 mg day 1 → 250 mg OD for 2–5 days
What is the dosage of Metronidazole in children (for perio/NUG)?
10 mg/kg/dose TDS for 7 days; Max 250 mg/dose
What is the dosage of Metronidazole in adults?
250–500 mg TDS for 7 days
What is the dosage of Nystatin in infants?
200,000 U (2 ml) 4×/day for 7–14 days
What is the dosage of Nystatin in children and adults?
400,000–600,000 U (4–6 ml) swish and swallow 4×/day
What is the dosage of Acyclovir in adults and >2yr?
200 mg 5x/day for 5 days
How should Triamcinolone acetonide be applied?
Apply to ulcers 2–4×/day, max 14 days
What is the dosage of Doxycycline in children over 8?
2.2 mg/kg/dose if <45kg BD; Max 100 mg/dose
What is the dosage of Doxycycline in adults?
100mg once daily
How is Chlorhexidine used for oral conditions?
Rinse 15 mL twice daily (≥8y and adults)
What is the dosage of Fluconazole in adults?
100 mg OD for 7 days
How is Nystatin applied for angular cheilitis?
Apply thin layer 2–4×/day for 7–14 days
