Cefpodoxime Pediatric Dose Calculator
Weight-based cefpodoxime dosing for children — 10 mg/kg/day in 2 divided doses · max 200 mg/dose, 400 mg/day. Enter age and weight for the dose in mg and syrup mL or tablets.
Pediatric dosing
Respiratory infection / otitis media / UTI
Cefpodoxime dose chart by age and weight
Respiratory infection / otitis media / UTI. Weights are WHO/IAP reference medians for age — always dose on the measured weight.
| Age | Weight | Dose (mg) | Suspension 50 mg/5 mL | Suspension 100 mg/5 mL | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 months | 6.1 kg | 30.5 mg | 3.1 mL | 1.5 mL | Every 12 hours with food |
| 6 months | 7.6 kg | 38 mg | 3.8 mL | 1.9 mL | Every 12 hours with food |
| 9 months | 8.6 kg | 43 mg | 4.3 mL | 2.2 mL | Every 12 hours with food |
| 1 year | 9.3 kg | 46.5 mg | 4.7 mL | 2.3 mL | Every 12 hours with food |
| 18 months | 10.6 kg | 53 mg | 5.3 mL | 2.7 mL | Every 12 hours with food |
| 2 years | 11.8 kg | 59 mg | 5.9 mL | 3 mL | Every 12 hours with food |
| 3 years | 14.1 kg | 70.5 mg | 7.1 mL | 3.5 mL | Every 12 hours with food |
| 4 years | 16.2 kg | 81 mg | 8.1 mL | 4.1 mL | Every 12 hours with food |
| 5 years | 17.5 kg | 87.5 mg | 8.8 mL | 4.4 mL | Every 12 hours with food |
| 6 years | 19 kg | 95 mg | 9.5 mL | 4.8 mL | Every 12 hours with food |
| 8 years | 24.4 kg | 122 mg | 12 mL | 6.1 mL | Every 12 hours with food |
| 10 years | 31.1 kg | 155.5 mg | 15.5 mL | 7.8 mL | Every 12 hours with food |
| 12 years | 39.4 kg | 197 mg | 19.5 mL | 9.9 mL | Every 12 hours with food |
Strengths in the calculator
- Suspension 50 mg/5 mL (Oral)
- Suspension 100 mg/5 mL (Oral)
- Tablet 100 mg (Oral)
- Tablet 200 mg (Oral)
Different strength on your bottle? Use “Different strength on the bottle?” under the result.
Safety
Contraindications and cautions
- Cephalosporin allergy; caution with severe penicillin allergy.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Legacy FDA category B. No evidence of harm; use when clearly indicated.
Excreted in breast milk in small amounts; generally considered compatible.
Clinical notes
Give with food to improve absorption.
Adult and adolescent (≥40 kg) dose
100–400 mg — Every 12 hours with food (max 400 mg per dose, 800 mg per day).
Other names and brands
Also known as Cefpodoxime proxetil.
- India: Cepodem
- USA: Vantin
Brand examples only — products and strengths vary by country. Always check the label.
Frequently asked questions
What is the cefpodoxime dose for children?
Respiratory infection / otitis media / UTI: 10 mg/kg/day in 2 divided doses · max 200 mg/dose, 400 mg/day. Usual duration: 5–10 days. Always use the child's measured weight and check the strength on the bottle.
How many mL of suspension 50 mg/5 mL for an 11.8 kg child?
For respiratory infection / otitis media / UTI, an 11.8 kg child (about 2 years) needs 59 mg per dose — 5.9 mL of Suspension 50 mg/5 mL, every 12 hours with food. Recalculate with the child's actual weight.
From what age can cefpodoxime be given?
Age range in PediaRx: ≥2 months – adult. The calculator does not calculate a dose below 2 months. Each indication can have its own age and weight limits, shown with its regimen.
Is cefpodoxime safe in pregnancy?
Legacy FDA category B. No evidence of harm; use when clearly indicated.
Sources and editorial process
- Cefpodoxime proxetil — US prescribing information — DailyMed (U.S. National Library of Medicine)
Dosing data last updated 2026-09-27. PediaRx is built and maintained by Dr. Shounak Pal, MBBS (Medical Officer, Government of West Bengal, India — founder and developer of PediaRx). Every regimen is encoded with explicit units, maximum doses and age/weight limits and is checked by automated tests before publication. Report an error: hello@pediarx.com.
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Clinical disclaimer: reference tool for qualified health professionals. Verify every dose against current guidance and the product label before prescribing.
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