Parvolex infusion
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This is reproduced directly from this publication: http://www.bmj.com/content/342/bmj.d2218/T2.expansion.html
| Dosing schedule based on weight | Volume of infusion | For 70kg adult | For 110kg adult | For 140mg adult |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 mg/kg over 15 minutes | 200mL | 10.5 g | 16.5 g | 16.5 g |
| 50 mg/kg over next 4 hours | 500mL | 3.5 g | 5.5 g | 5.5 g |
| 100 mg/kg over next 16 hours | 1000mL | 7 g | 11 g | 11 g |
| Total dose (300 mg/kg in 20 hours) | X | 21 g | 33 g | 33 g |
This is to be used in those deemed high risk from paracetamol overdose. Please see paracetamol overdose nomogram
