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Peramivir Dosage

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 20, 2024.

Applies to the following strengths: 10 mg/mL

Usual Adult Dose for:

Usual Pediatric Dose for:

Additional dosage information:

Usual Adult Dose for Influenza

600 mg IV once as a single dose

Use: For the treatment of acute uncomplicated influenza in patients symptomatic no more than 2 days

Usual Pediatric Dose for Influenza

6 months to 12 years: 12 mg/kg IV once as a single dose

13 years or older: 600 mg IV once as a single dose

Use: For the treatment of acute uncomplicated influenza in patients symptomatic no more than 2 days

Renal Dose Adjustments

Adults and adolescents 13 years or older:


Pediatric patients 2 to 12 years of age:

Pediatric patients 6 months to less than 2 years of age:

Comments:

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Precautions

CONTRAINDICATIONS:
Known serious hypersensitivity or anaphylaxis to the active component or any of the ingredients

Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 6 months.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Hemodialysis: Dose should be adjusted based on renal function and administered after dialysis.

Other Comments

Administration advice:


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IV compatibility:

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Monitoring:

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Further information

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