Dosing & Administration
Adult Dose
12.5-25 mg PO/IM/PR every 4-6 hours PRN. Avoid IV if possible due to tissue necrosis risk.
Pediatric Dose
0.25-0.5 mg/kg PO/IM/PR every 4-6 hours (Contraindicated < 2 yrs).
Renal Adjustment
No adjustment necessary.
Hepatic Adjustment
Use caution.
Safety & Special Populations
Pregnancy Category
C
Lactation Safety
Use caution (can cause infant sedation).
Contraindications & Adverse Effects
Contraindications
- Children < 2 years (fatal respiratory depression)
Common Adverse Effects
- Sedation
- Severe tissue injury (if given IV)
- Extrapyramidal symptoms