A child has a urinary tract infection. , Order: trimethoprim (TMP)/sulfamethoxazole (SMZ) (Septra) 60/300 mg, PO, q12h , Child's weight: 15 kg , Pediatric dose: TMP 8 mg/SMZ 40 mg/kg/day in two divided doses , Drug available: TMP 40 mg/SMZ 200 mg/5 mL
a. What is the dose parameter according to the child's weight?
b. Is the dose within safe dose parameters? Explain.
c. How many milliliters would you give the child per dose?

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The Answer of A child has a urinary tract infection. , Order: trimethoprim (TMP)/sulfamethoxazole (SMZ) (Septra) 60/300 mg, PO, q12h , Child's weight: 15 kg , Pediatric dose: TMP 8 mg/SMZ 40 mg/kg/day in two divided doses , Drug available: TMP 40 mg/SMZ 200 mg/5 mL
a. What is the dose parameter according to the child's weight?
b. Is the dose within safe dose parameters? Explain.
c. How many milliliters would you give the child per dose?

A Child Has a Urinary Tract Infection