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
InjectionTablet
Purpose
Prevention and treatment of Vitamin K deficiency bleeding (VKDB) in newborns.
Generic Name
Phytomenadione
Branded Drug Names
Vitamin K1 (Phytomenadione) is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
- Mephyton
- Kenadion
Scheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.
Alternatives
None