Dextrose, Pediatric Dosages

Pediatric:

D10 Administration

Less than 75 kg: 2ml/kg (200mg/kg). Bolus slowly over one minute.

Can be repeated if blood sugar remains less than 60. 

Neonate: (Less than 28 days old)

2ml/kg (200mg/kg).  Administer at rate of 1ml per minute.  

Complete NCEMS Dextrose Policy