Work out antibiotic dose by weight instantly with clear inputs, formula shown and shareable results.
Converts a mg/kg/day antibiotic prescription into per-dose amounts and applies the stated adult maximum where the weight-based figure would exceed it.
Divided daily dosing
Daily dose = min(weight x mg/kg/day, maximum); per dose = daily dose / doses per day
Educational estimate only. Not a substitute for professional clinical judgement, and must not be used to make treatment or dosing decisions.
Weight-based dosing in large adults and adolescents can exceed licensed maxima, which are set on safety data.
No. Some regimens use a larger first dose or unequal intervals; follow the specific protocol.