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Divides the dose given by body weight so it can be checked against the mg/kg range in the formulary.
Dose per kilogram
mg/kg per dose = dose / weight; mg/kg/day = mg/kg per dose x doses per day
Educational estimate only. Not a substitute for professional clinical judgement, and must not be used to make treatment or dosing decisions.
Formularies quote limits both ways, and a safe single dose can still breach the daily maximum.
The weight specified by the product literature: actual, ideal or adjusted body weight.