Hypertensive crisis
Child, adult: 1-3 mg/kg IV (max 150 mg) q 5-15 min until BP reduced. Switch to PO ASAP.
Hypoglycemia from hyperinsulinism
Neonate, infant: 10 mg/kg PO qd in 3 divided doses q 8 h. Maintenance 8-15 mg/kg/day PO in 2-3 divided doses q 8-12 h.
Child, adult: 3-8 mg/kg/day PO in 2-3 divided doses. Pt with refractory hypoglycemia may need higher doses. |