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Caffeine Citrate 2% Oral Solution is a medication used primarily to treat apnea of prematurity in neonates. It contains caffeine citrate as the active ingredient at a concentration of 20 mg/mL, which corresponds to 10 mg/mL of caffeine base.
The drug class is a central nervous system stimulant.
Its mechanism of action involves stimulating the respiratory center in the brain, helping to improve breathing in premature infants who experience episodes of apnea (temporary cessation of breathing).
The oral solution is administered by mouth, typically using a calibrated dropper or syringe to ensure accurate dosing.
Dosage is generally based on the infant’s weight and medical condition, starting with a loading dose followed by maintenance doses as prescribed by a healthcare professional. The typical initial dose is 20 mg/kg of caffeine citrate (equivalent to 10 mg/kg caffeine base), followed by 5-10 mg/kg caffeine citrate once daily.
Side effects can include jitteriness, increased heart rate, feeding intolerance, and irritability. The drug should be used under medical supervision with monitoring of the infant’s response.
Caffeine Citrate 2% Oral Solution is intended for neonatal use under the supervision of healthcare providers experienced in treating apnea of prematurity.
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