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Vancomycin Pediatric Dose Calculator

Harriet Lane–based dosing records for Vancomycin. Use with patient weight, indication, and local antimicrobial stewardship policy.

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Dalfopristin/Quinupristin

Generic: Synercid

Indication: Vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus faecium (VRE) infections

Pediatric dosage: 7.5 mg/kg q8-12hr

Route: IV

Frequency: Every 8-12 hours

Linezolid

Generic: Zyvox

Indication: Vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus faecium (VRE); Nosocomial pneumonia; MRSA infections

Pediatric dosage: 10 mg/kg/dose q8-12hr

Route: Oral/IV

Frequency: Twice daily

Quinupristin/Dalfopristin

Generic: Synercid

Indication: Vancomycin-resistant Enterococcus faecium (VRE) infections

Pediatric dosage: 7.5 mg/kg q8-12hr

Route: IV

Frequency: Every 8-12 hours

Vancomycin

Generic: Vancocin

Indication: Serious gram-positive infections (MRSA); C. difficile colitis (oral only)

Pediatric dosage: IV: 10-15 mg/kg/dose q6-8hr; Oral: 40 mg/kg/day

Route: IV/Oral

Frequency: Varies