Work out pet anaesthesia dose instantly with clear inputs, formula shown and shareable results.
Calculates a weight-based induction dose and reduces it for premedication, then converts to the volume to draw up.
Induction dose
Dose = weight x mg/kg x (1 - premedication reduction); volume = dose / concentration
Educational estimate only. Not a substitute for professional clinical judgement, and must not be used to make treatment or dosing decisions.
Induction requirement varies widely; giving the full calculated dose as a bolus risks apnoea and hypotension.
Yes. Lean body weight is normally used for lipophilic induction agents in obese animals.