Vitamin K1 (Phytomenadione)
Essential for blood clotting. Most infants are born with low levels of Vitamin K.
Dosage by Body Weight
Standard practice is a single 1 mg IM injection at birth. Oral doses are also used in some regions.
- Body Weight
- Newborns
- Dose
- 1 mg
- Frequency
- Single dose (IM) at birth
- Tracking Notes
- Crucial for preventing brain bleeds in newborns.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newborns | 1 mg | Single dose (IM) at birth | Crucial for preventing brain bleeds in newborns. |
Formulation
Purpose
Prevention and treatment of Vitamin K deficiency bleeding (VKDB) in newborns.
Generic Name
PhytomenadioneBranded Drug Names
Vitamin K1 (Phytomenadione) is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
Scheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.
Alternatives
Safety Advice
Alcohol
CAUTIONVitamin K1 (Phytomenadione): Alcohol may worsen dehydration, stomach upset, or interfere with nutritional recovery. Avoid or limit alcohol.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBEDVitamin K1 (Phytomenadione): Generally safe in pregnancy when used at recommended doses or as prescribed. Avoid excessive supplementation.
Breast Feeding
SAFEVitamin K1 (Phytomenadione): Generally compatible with breastfeeding when used at recommended doses. Ask a healthcare provider before high-dose use.
Driving
SAFEVitamin K1 (Phytomenadione): Usually does not affect driving. Avoid driving only if you feel unwell, dizzy, or weak from the underlying condition.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBEDVitamin K1 (Phytomenadione): Usually safe at recommended doses, but high-dose or fat-soluble vitamin use should be medically supervised in liver disease.
Kidney
CAUTIONVitamin K1 (Phytomenadione): Kidney disease may require avoiding or adjusting minerals and electrolytes such as potassium, magnesium, calcium, or phosphate.