Erythromycin 125mg every 4 hours is order for an infant who weighs 18lb 4oz. The recommended dose is 30-50mg/kg/day in divided doses. On hand is Erythromycin oral suspension 200mg/5ml.   If safe, how many ml will you give?

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Erythromycin 125mg every 4 hours is order for an infant who weighs 18lb 4oz. The recommended dose is 30-50mg/kg/day in divided doses. On hand is Erythromycin oral suspension 200mg/5ml.   If safe, how many ml will you give?

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