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Promazine Dosage

Applies to the following strengths: 50 mg; 25 mg; 50 mg/mL; 25 mg/mL

Usual Adult Dose for:

Usual Pediatric Dose for:

Additional dosage information:

Usual Adult Dose for Agitated State

IM: 50-150 mg, depending on the degree of severity.
May give additional doses in 30 minutes up to a total of 300 mg. Once control is obtained, administer orally.
Oral or IM: 10-200 mg every 4-6 hours.

Usual Pediatric Dose for Psychosis

Child > 12 years: Oral or IM: 10-25 mg every 4-6 hours.

Dose Adjustments

In less severe disturbances, adjust dose downward.

Dialysis

Promazine is not dialyzable.

Other Comments

The total daily dose should not exceed 1000 mg.

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Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.