Medication Calculator
Before using the Medication Calculator
- Obtain an accurate weight for the individual receiving medication.
- Read and follow all instructions and warnings on the medication label.
- Triple check the medication concentration (mg per ml) to ensure it matches the calculator's concentrations.
- If you are questioning anything
don't give the medication, instead call
OnCall RN!
Why a Medication Calculator?
Medical providers typically utilize weight-based dosing to ensure patients receive adequate but not excessive doses of medications. We see this most commonly in pediatric patients. Our Medication Calculator is intended to be a resource to provide accurate weight-based dosing in the home setting. On their labels, OTC pediatric fever reducing medications typically suggest using weight base dosing when possible. This is because weight-based dosing allows for a much more accurate dose for the individual as compared to age base dosing (the dosing graph typically found on children's medications).
