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Dosage Calculation Practice

Master Medication Math for Safe Patient Care

Calculate tablets, capsules, or liquid doses from ordered vs available.

0.1–1000 mg/mL/units
Per tablet/capsule/mL

Enter dose details

Calculate mL/hr and drops/min for IV infusions.

50–3000 mL
0.5–48 hours

Enter IV details

Safe dosing for children using mg/kg or BSA.

2–150 kg
0.1–100 mg/kg
mg per mL
0 = no limit

Enter pediatric data

Test your skills with random real-world questions.

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Practice your dosage calculation skills

Dosage Calculation Practice: Essential Nursing Skill

The dosage calculation practice tool is used by nursing students, pharmacists, and healthcare professionals worldwide. This dosage calculator ensures safe, accurate medication administration through real-world scenarios and instant feedback.

"Dosis facit venenum — The dose makes the poison." — Paracelsus

How Dosage Calculation Practice Works

Our dosage calculator uses proven formulas:

  • Tablet: (Ordered × Volume) / Available
  • IV Rate: Volume / Time = mL/hr
  • Drops/min: (mL/hr × Drop Factor) / 60
  • Pediatric: Weight × Dose/kg = Total mg

Dosage Calculator: Common Scenarios

  • Amoxicillin: 250 mg PO TID from 500 mg tabs
  • Dopamine: 5 mcg/kg/min IV in 250 mL D5W
  • Acetaminophen: 15 mg/kg for 18 kg child
  • Heparin: 25,000 units in 500 mL at 1,200 units/hr

Why Use Dosage Calculation Practice?

Trusted globally:

  • Real-Time Feedback
  • All Drug Forms
  • Pediatric Safe
  • IV & Oral
  • Quiz Mode

Dosage Calculator for All Settings

Works in:

  • D Hospitals & Clinics
  • D Nursing Schools
  • D Home Health
  • D Pharmacies

Dosage Calculation Practice Tips

Expert advice:

  • Always verify with second nurse
  • Convert units before calculating
  • Round to nearest measurable dose
  • Use pump for critical drips
  • Document all calculations

Master Medication Safety with Dosage Calculation Practice

Prevent errors. Use the dosage calculator now!

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