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Pediatric Dose Calculator

Weight-based dosing for pediatric patients with safe range checking. Choose a common medication or enter custom dose parameters.

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Patient & Medication

Calculated Dose
Volume to Give
mL

⚠️ Always verify pediatric doses with a second nurse, pharmacist, or the prescribing physician. Never administer without confirming against your facility's drug reference and the child's allergy history.

Pediatric Age Groups

Preterm neonate< 37 weeks GA
Neonate0–28 days
Infant1 month – 1 year
Child1–12 years
Adolescent12–18 years

Always use actual body weight for most pediatric dosing unless directed otherwise. Use ideal body weight for obese children when dose-capping drugs.

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