💉 IV Pump Rate Converter
Convert a drug amount, solution volume, weight and ordered dose into an IV pump rate in mL/h. Instant, browser-side.
Clinical takeaway
Supports µg/kg/min, µg/min, mg/kg/h and mg/h.
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When to use
Translate a weight-based or fixed dose order into a pump rate; round to the pump's increment and verify the dose range.
How it works
Concentration = amount ÷ volume. Pump rate (mL/h) = hourly drug amount ÷ concentration (including weight if weight-based).
Key points
- Supports µg/kg/min, µg/min, mg/kg/h and mg/h.
- Round to the pump's smallest adjustable increment.
- Check against the drug's usual dose range and maximum rate.
- High-alert drugs (vasoactive agents) need two-person verification.
References
Decision support for licensed clinicians only; not a substitute for clinical judgement, diagnosis or local protocols.
Frequently asked questions
- What is IV Pump Rate Converter?
- Convert a drug amount, solution volume, weight and ordered dose into an IV pump rate in mL/h. Instant, browser-side.
- How is IV Pump Rate Converter calculated? What is the core formula?
- Concentration = amount ÷ volume. Pump rate (mL/h) = hourly drug amount ÷ concentration (including weight if weight-based).
- When is IV Pump Rate Converter used?
- Translate a weight-based or fixed dose order into a pump rate; round to the pump's increment and verify the dose range.
- What are the key clinical points for IV Pump Rate Converter?
- Supports µg/kg/min, µg/min, mg/kg/h and mg/h. Round to the pump's smallest adjustable increment. Check against the drug's usual dose range and maximum rate. High-alert drugs (vasoactive agents) need two-person verification.
- What are the limits and cautions when using IV Pump Rate Converter?
- For licensed clinicians and clinical researchers. Interpret results with history, investigations and local protocols; not a diagnosis or prescription, and not a substitute for multidisciplinary decision-making or local guidelines.