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Atropine Dosing for Cholinesterase Inhibitor Toxicity

Pharmacology and toxicologyBeta toolThis tool is in beta. It has undergone internal validation but still requires additional testing. Always confirm the data entered and the results obtained before clinical use. It should not be used as the sole basis for clinical decisions.
Required only in the pediatric branch. Used to calculate the 0.05 mg/kg initial IV dose.
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Optional. When entered, the calculator estimates a maintenance infusión at 10% to 20% of this loading dose per hour.
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Use pediatric dosing branchChoose yes for the pediatric 0.05 mg/kg starting regimen and no for the adult 2 to 5 mg starting range.

Clinical noticeEducational tool only. It does not replace bedside toxidrome assessment, respiratory support decisións, decontamination, or poison-center/toxicology consultation.

Context and use

Pediatric branch

Initial dose = 0.05 x weight_kg mg IV

Adult branch

Initial dose = 2 to 5 mg IV

Optional infusión

Infusion = 10% to 20% of the loading dose per hour

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