Does it work for dogs and cats?

Yes. The math uses weight, mg/kg and concentration, so it applies to any species as long as the dosage used is species-appropriate.

How is volume calculated?

Volume (mL) = (weight in kg × dose in mg/kg) ÷ concentration in mg/mL.

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Veterinary Drug Dosage Calculator

Enter the patient weight, the prescribed mg/kg dose and the product concentration to get the total dose and exact volume per administration.

Weight (kg)

Dose (mg/kg)

Concentration (mg/mL)

Administrations per day

Dose per administration

— mg

Volume per administration

— mL

Daily total

— mg / — mL

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Apply this calculation to a patient

Support tool for veterinary professionals. Results are mathematical estimates and do not replace clinical judgement or the product label.

How to use

Enter the patient weight in kg.
Enter the target dose in mg/kg.
Enter the product concentration in mg/mL.
Set administrations per day for the daily total.

Frequently asked questions

Calculate total dose and volume from body weight and product concentration.

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