Dosage Infusion Calculator
This calculator helps healthcare professionals determine the correct infusion rate for intravenous medications. By entering the prescribed dose, standard volume, standard dose, and duration of infusion, the tool calculates the required rate in mL per hour or minute. It’s especially useful in clinical settings where accuracy and speed are critical.
Dosage Infusion Rate Calculator
Dosage Infusion Rate Formula
Where:
- Dose Ordered is the amount prescribed (e.g., mg)
- Standard Volume is the total volume of the IV solution (e.g., mL)
- Standard Dose is the dose present in the standard volume
- Time is the infusion duration in minutes
- 60 converts the rate to mL per hour
The dosage infusion calculator ensures accurate IV administration by converting dosage prescriptions into infusion rates. It accounts for different weight or volume units like mg, mcg, or g, and provides outputs in standardized formats. This is crucial for nurses and clinicians administering medications via infusion pumps. Use cases include antibiotic delivery, pain medication, and chemotherapy. Ensuring correct rate helps avoid underdosing or overdosing, improving patient safety.