Typical dosage for Dalvance
Dalvance is given as an infusion into the veins (intravenous or IV) over 30 minutes. It's administered by a provider in a healthcare setting (e.g., hospital, office, nursing home).
- Age 18 years or older: The typical dose is 1,500 mg IV. The medication is either given all at once as a single dose, or given as 1,000 mg for one dose and then 500 mg one week later.
- Age 6 years to under 18: The dose is based on body weight. The typical dose is 18 mg/kg (up to 1,500 mg) IV as a single dose.
- Age under 6 years: The dose is based on body weight. The typical dose is 22.5 mg/kg (up to 1,500 mg) IV as a single dose.
Your dose might differ if you have kidney problems.
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