Fentanyl, Pediatric Dosages

Pediatric (1-12 years):

IV/IO route:

1 mcg/kg  SLOW IV/IO bolus.

May repeat at half the initial dose after 10 minutes to a

 maximum cumulative dose of 3 mcg/kg.

IN route:

1 mcg/kg IN single dose.

Repeat dosing only via IV route, and

10 minutes after initial IN dose up to a maximum cumulative dose of 3mcg/kg.

Complete NCEMS Fentanyl Policy # 5442