pethidine
Drug Identity
Schedule
Prescription Only
Pregnancy Category
UnknownEssential Medicine
Yes
Formulations
Available dosage forms and strengths.
| Form | Strength | Pack Size |
|---|---|---|
| injection | 100mg | — |
Indications
Conditions treated with pethidine, with dosing and administration details.
Do Not Leave The Baby Alone
Chapter 4: Paediatric Conditions
Indication
Do Not Leave The Baby Alone
Adult Dose
10mcg
Route
IM
Paediatric Medicines Doses 80
Chapter 4A: Paediatric HIV Conditions
Indication
Paediatric Medicines Doses 80
Adult Dose
50mg
Frequency
once a day
Termination Of Pregnancy 108
Chapter 6: Obstetric and Gynaecological Conditions
Indication
Termination Of Pregnancy 108
Adult Dose
100mg
Route
IM
Frequency
once a day
Duration
3 doses
Notes
Level: B, VEN: V