Calcolatrice Dosaggio Pediatrico Gratuita

Calcola i dosaggi pediatrici in base al peso. Inserisci peso e dose mg/kg.

kg
mg/kg
times/day

Single Dose

250.0 mg

Total Daily Dose750.0 mg/day
Verified mg/kg/dose10.0 mg/kg

Single Dose vs Child Weight

Formula

Weight-Based Pediatric Dosing

Single Dose = Weight (kg) x Dose (mg/kg)

Daily Dose = Single Dose x Doses per Day

Pediatric medications are typically dosed based on body weight because children's bodies process drugs differently than adults. Always verify doses with a pharmacist or prescribing reference.

Important

This calculator is for educational purposes. Always confirm doses with a healthcare provider and check maximum dose limits.

Esempio Risolto

A 25 kg child prescribed 10 mg/kg three times daily.

  1. 01Single dose = 25 x 10 = 250 mg
  2. 02Daily total = 250 x 3 = 750 mg/day
  3. 03Verify: 750 / 25 = 30 mg/kg/day

Domande Frequenti

Why are pediatric doses based on weight?

Children metabolize drugs differently than adults. Weight-based dosing ensures appropriate drug levels based on body size. Using adult doses for children could cause toxicity or underdosing.

Should I round pediatric doses?

Doses are often rounded to practical amounts. For liquid medications, round to the nearest measurable increment. Always check with a pharmacist.

What if the calculated dose exceeds the adult dose?

Pediatric doses should never exceed the maximum adult dose. When the weight-based calculation exceeds the adult limit, use the adult dose as the cap.

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