Syp zifi 100mg/5ml
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For 5yr and 19.4kg wt
Syp Zifi 100mg/5mL — Dose Calculation for 5 yr / 19.4 kg
Dose Calculation
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Standard dose | 8 mg/kg/day |
| Child's weight | 19.4 kg |
| Total daily dose | 19.4 × 8 = 155.2 mg/day |
Volume to Dispense
Concentration = 100 mg per 5 mL
155.2 mg ÷ 100 mg × 5 mL = 7.76 mL/day
Rounded to → ~7.5 mL once daily (= 150 mg/day, within safe range)
Dosing Options
| Regimen | Volume | Dose |
|---|---|---|
| Once daily (preferred) | 7.5 mL OD | 150 mg |
| Twice daily (if needed) | 4 mL BD | 80 mg × 2 = 160 mg |
Prescription Summary
Syp Zifi 100mg/5mL 7.5 mL once daily × 5–7 days (or as per indication) Give with or without food. Shake well before use.
Key Notes
- Max dose: 400 mg/day (well within limit here)
- Age cut-off: Safe from 6 months onward
- Otitis media: Use suspension (not tablet) - suspension gives higher peak levels
- Store at room temperature; discard unused portion after 14 days of reconstitution
- Watch for diarrhea (most common side effect); do not self-treat diarrhea with anti-motility drugs
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