Monday, January 7, 2008

What is the dose of Transamin when used to stop bleeding associated with tonsillectomy in pediatric patients?

One of major problems that arise after tonsillectomy is rebleeding. It is recommended that Transamin be used for adults in the following doses. When it is administered to children, the dose is reduced according to the age, etc.

2 hours before operation :

500 mg, intravenous injection

1 day after operation :

250 mg, every 4 hours

2 to 4 days after operation :

500 mg, 3 times a day, oral administration

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