Spectrum: Local Antimicrobial Stewardship, for Markham Stouffville Hospital

Rifampin - Meningitis Specific Dosing

Note

IV product is only available via the Special Access Programme, contact Pharmacy if indicated.

Infants and Children

10–20 mg/kg/dose IV q24h (or divided Q12H).

Maximum daily dose of 600 mg.

Adults

600 mg IV q24h