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Pediatric Dose Calculator

Safe, Accurate Dosing for Infants & Children

Most common method: mg/kg or mcg/kg dosing.

0.5–100 kg (preterm to adolescent)
0.01–200 mg/kg or mcg/kg
0 = no limit

Enter weight and dose

For oncology, high-risk drugs using Body Surface Area.

30–200 cm
2–100 kg
1–5000 mg/m²

Enter BSA data

Fixed doses by age group (e.g., OTC meds).

Years (0–18) + Months (0–11)

Select age and medication

Holliday-Segar method for daily fluid needs.

1–100 kg
50–200% of maintenance

Enter fluid data

Pediatric Dose Calculator: Global Standard for Safe Dosing

The pediatric dose calculator is trusted by pediatricians, nurses, and pharmacists worldwide. This pediatric dose calculator ensures accurate medication administration using weight, BSA, age, and fluid requirements.

"Primum non nocere — First, do no harm." — Hippocratic Oath

How the Pediatric Dose Calculator Works

Our pediatric dose calculator uses evidence-based methods:

  • Weight-Based: Dose = Weight × mg/kg
  • BSA: Du Bois, Mosteller, Haycock formulas
  • Age-Based: Standard pediatric formularies
  • Fluids: Holliday-Segar (4-2-1 rule)

Pediatric Dose Calculator: Common Medications

  • Acetaminophen: 10–15 mg/kg q4–6h
  • Ibuprofen: 5–10 mg/kg q6–8h
  • Amoxicillin: 25–50 mg/kg/day ÷ TID
  • Ceftriaxone: 50–75 mg/kg once daily
  • Vancomycin: 15 mg/kg q6h

Why Use This Pediatric Dose Calculator?

Trusted globally:

  • Max Dose Safety
  • BSA Precision
  • Age Groups
  • IV Fluids
  • Mobile-Optimized

Pediatric Dose Calculator for All Conditions

Works for:

  • P Neonates & Preterm
  • P Oncology & Chemotherapy
  • P ICU & Critical Care
  • P Community Pediatrics

Pediatric Dose Calculator Best Practices

Expert tips:

  • Always round down for safety
  • Double-check with second clinician
  • Use actual body weight unless obese
  • Adjust for renal/hepatic impairment
  • Document calculation method

Protect Young Patients with the Pediatric Dose Calculator

Accuracy saves lives. Use the pediatric dose calculator now!

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