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Acetaminophen Dose Calculator
| Country | Common Acetaminophen (Paracetamol) Brands | Concentration |
|---|---|---|
| Pakistan | Panadol Syrup, Calpol Syrup | Usually 120mg/5ml or 250mg/5ml |
| India | Calpol Syrup, Crocin Syrup | Usually 120mg/5ml or 250mg/5ml |
| Bangladesh | Napa Syrup, Pyrex Syrup | Usually 120mg/5ml or 250mg/5ml |
Dose = Weight (in kg) x Dose per kg (in mg/kg) / Concentration (in mg/ml)
Given values:
Weight of the patient: 6 kg
Dose per kg: 10 mg/kg
Concentration options: 160 mg/5ml, 120 mg/5ml, 80 mg/0.8ml
- For 160 mg/5ml:
Dose = 6 kg x 10 mg/kg / (160 mg/5ml)
= 6 kg x 10 mg/kg / (160 mg/5ml) x (5ml/1)
= 1.875 ml
The dose for a 6 kg patient using a concentration of 160 mg/5ml would be approximately 1.875 ml.
- For 120 mg/5ml:
Dose = 6 kg x 10 mg/kg / (120 mg/5ml)
= 6 kg x 10 mg/kg / (120 mg/5ml) x (5ml/1)
= 2.5 ml
The dose for a 6 kg patient using a concentration of 120 mg/5ml would be 2.5 ml.
3. For 80 mg/0.8ml:
Dose = 6 kg x 10 mg/kg / (80 mg/0.8 ml)
= 6 kg x 10 mg/kg / (80 mg/0.8 ml) x (0.8 ml/1)
= 0.6 ml
The dose for a 6 kg patient using a concentration of 80 mg/0.8 ml would be 0.6 ml.
Again, it’s important to consult a healthcare professional or pharmacist to ensure accurate dosing and to confirm any specific guidelines or recommendations for administering acetaminophen to neonates and pediatric patients.