Keptrix ®250 IM

Adults and children over 12 years: The usual dosage is 1-2 g of Keptrix once daily (every 24 hours). In severe cases or in infections caused by moderately sensitive organisms, the dosage may be raised to 4 g, once daily. Neonates, infants and children up to 12 years: The following dosage schedules are recommended for once daily administration: Neonates (up to 14 days) : A daily dose of 20-50 mg/kg bodyweight, not to exceed 50 mg/kg, on account of the immaturity of the infant's enzyme systems. It is not necessary to differentiable between premature and term infants. Infants and children (15 days to 12 years): A daily dose of 20-80 mg/kg. For children with bodyweight of 50 kg or more, the usual adult dosage should be used. Elderly patients: The dosages recommended for adults require no modification in the case of geriatric patients.