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Multiplies the volume of distribution by the target concentration and divides by bioavailability to give the loading dose.
Loading dose
Loading dose = volume of distribution (L) x target concentration (mg/L) / bioavailability
Educational estimate only. Not a substitute for professional clinical judgement, and must not be used to make treatment or dosing decisions.
It fills the volume of distribution immediately instead of waiting five half-lives for accumulation.
The loading dose usually is not, because it depends on distribution rather than clearance; the maintenance dose is.