Hydralazine dosing
Antihypertensives · 20 mg/mL · IV Push
Calculated, not generatedWeight-based dose
| Dose | Per kg | For 70 kg |
|---|---|---|
| low | 0.05 mg/kg | 3.5 mg |
| standard | 0.1 mg/kg | 7 mg |
| high | 0.2 mg/kg | 14 mg |
Typical: 5-10 mg
Renal & hepatic adjustment
No drug-specific organ adjustment in our database — use clinical judgment and verify against the label.
Onset, duration & pearls
Onset5-20 min
Duration2-4 hr
Side effects: Reflex tachycardia, Unpredictable hypotension, Headache.
- Direct arteriolar vasodilator
- Unpredictable onset — hard to titrate acutely
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Get the exact dose for your patient
Vigil computes Hydralazine for your patient's actual weight — and adjusts for renal or hepatic impairment automatically, with the cited rationale. The number is calculated from a verified database, never guessed.
Decision support for licensed clinicians — not a substitute for clinical judgment. Always verify against the package insert and the patient in front of you.