Kawasaki syndrome
Treatment of Kawasaki syndrome
Aspirin
Aspirin 75mg dispersible tablets
Initially 7.5mg – 12.5mg/kg/dose four times daily and as per specialist instruction.
Prescribing Notes:
- PPI cover is indicated for GI protection.
- The treatment of Kawasaki syndrome includes immunoglobulin infusion and corticosteroid.
- Refer to NHS Lothian guideline Kawasaki disease – management in children for full information.
History Notes
19/06/2023
East Region Formulary content agreed - ERFC 07/06/2023.