Use this tool to determine the correct prednisolone dosage based on your weight.
How to Use the Calculator
This calculator helps you determine the total dosage of prednisolone based on weight, dosage per kilogram per day, and duration in days.
- Enter the weight of the person in kilograms (kg).
- Enter the prescribed dosage in milligrams per kilogram per day (mg/kg/day).
- Enter the duration of the treatment in days.
- Click “Calculate” to get the total dosage.
How It Calculates the Results
The total dosage is calculated using the formula:
Total Dosage = Weight (kg) x Dosage (mg/kg/day) x Duration (days).
This gives you the total amount of prednisolone in milligrams (mg) to be administered over the specified number of days.
Limitations
Please note that this calculator is designed to provide a general estimation and should not replace medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional before making any medication decisions.
Make sure all values entered are positive numbers. The calculator does not account for partial days or weights less than 1 kilogram.
Use Cases for This Calculator
Determining Prednisolone Dosage by Weight Use Cases:
When calculating prednisolone dosage for a child with a weight of 10kg, you input the weight and calculate the appropriate dosage based on the weight.
When adjusting the prednisolone dosage for a patient who weighs 25kg, you enter the weight and determine the correct dosage to administer.
For a patient weighing 45kg, you utilize the calculator to obtain the accurate prednisolone dosage tailored to the patient’s weight.
When a patient weighs 60kg, you make use of the calculator to quickly ascertain the recommended prednisolone dosage based on the weight provided.
When determining the prednisolone dosage for an individual weighing 75kg, you rely on the calculator to get the precise dosage corresponding to the weight.
For a patient with a weight of 80kg, you enter the weight into the calculator and receive the correct prednisolone dosage for that specific weight.
If a patient weighs 95kg, you input the weight into the calculator to calculate the appropriate prednisolone dosage required for that weight category.
When dealing with a patient weighing 110kg, you utilize the calculator to swiftly determine the accurate prednisolone dosage suited for that weight range.
For a weight of 125kg, you rely on the calculator to provide you with the precise prednisolone dosage aligned with the patient’s weight.
When calculating the prednisolone dosage for a patient who weighs 140kg, you enter the weight and obtain the recommended dosage based on the weight entered.