Dextromethorphan Dosage Table
| Dextromethorphan Dosage Table |
| Child's weight more than (pounds) |
16 |
32 |
48 |
64 |
80 |
96 |
130 |
lbs |
| Total amount (mg) |
2.5 |
5 |
7.5 |
10 |
12.5 |
15 |
20 |
mg |
| Liquid 5 mg/5 ml (tsp) |
½ |
1 |
1½ |
2 |
2½ |
3 |
-- |
tsp |
| Liquid 7.5 mg/5 ml (tsp) |
-- |
-- |
1 |
1 |
1½ |
2 |
3 |
tsp |
| Liquid 10 mg/5 ml (tsp) |
-- |
-- |
-- |
1 |
1 |
1½ |
2 |
tsp |
Indication: Cough suppressant. Dextromethorphan (DM) is present in most cough syrups.
Table Notes:
- AGE LIMIT: Don’t use under 4 years of age. Over 4 years of age: NOT recommended as primary treatment of cough. Use honey instead. 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 DOSE: 20 mg
- FREQUENCY: Repeat every 6-8 hours as needed
Disclaimer: This information is not intended be a substitute for professional medical advice. It is provided for educational purposes only. You assume full responsibility for how you choose to use this information.
Author and Senior Reviewer: Barton D. Schmitt, M.D.
Last Reviewed: 3/15/2008
Last Revised: 6/27/2008
Content Set: Pediatric HouseCalls Online
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