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Posted On : 16 Aug 2008

What is the dose of steroids in septic shock? Is it 10mg per kg or more than that? Do we also add Fludrocortisone along with Hydrocortisone for better effects in managing the shock?

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suresh raut

the dose is 20 mg per kg only hydrocortisone

16 years ago

pediatriconcall

Administration of steroids {e.g, methylprednisolone, hydrocortisone, dexamethasone} has theoretical benefits in the setting of severe sepsis by inhibiting the massive inflammatory cascade that is unleashed. Thus more anti-inflammatory action is required as compared to mineralocorticoid action. Choice is between hydrocortisone 2mg per kg per dose or dexamethasone 0.1mg per kg per dose.

16 years ago

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