Pill Dosage Calculator
Calculate accurate medication doses based on pill strength and patient details
Medication Dosage Calculator
Enter your medication details to calculate the correct dosage.
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Important Safety Disclaimer
This calculator is for informational purposes only. Always consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking any medication. Incorrect dosages can be harmful.
How to Use This Dosage Calculator
This tool helps you determine the correct number of pills to take based on:
1. Standard Dosage Calculator
- Pill Strength: The amount of medication in each pill (e.g., 500 mg).
- Frequency: How many times per day you take the medication.
- Total Daily Dose: The prescribed total daily amount (e.g., 1000 mg/day).
2. Weight-Based Dosage Calculator
- Patient Weight: The weight of the person taking the medication (in kg).
- Dosage per kg: The prescribed dose per kilogram (e.g., 5 mg/kg).
- Pill Strength: The strength of each pill (e.g., 250 mg).
Common Examples
- Standard Dosage: If a doctor prescribes 1000 mg/day of a 500 mg pill taken twice daily, you would take 1 pill twice a day.
- Weight-Based: A 70 kg patient prescribed 5 mg/kg of a 250 mg pill would take 1.4 pills per dose (rounded to the nearest safe dose).
# **How to Use This Calculator** 1. **Standard Dosage:** - Enter **pill strength** (e.g., 500 mg). - Select **frequency per day**. - Enter **total daily dose needed**. - Click **"Calculate Dosage"**. 2. **Weight-Based Dosage:** - Enter **patient weight** (kg). - Enter **dose per kg** (e.g., 5 mg/kg). - Enter **pill strength**. - Click **"Calculate Dosage"**. ---## **Why This Calculator?** ✔ **Helps Prevent Overdosing** – Ensures correct pill counts. ✔ **Useful for Patients & Caregivers** – Easy dose verification. ✔ **Supports PillRecognizer’s Mission** – Promotes safe medication use.