Pediatric Syrup Dose Calculator
Universal calculator for any pediatric syrup. Enter weight, mg/kg dose, and syrup strength — get exact mL per dose and total prescription quantity.
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EasyClinic stores every drug's mg/kg range and auto-calculates the dose based on patient weight. No mental math, no calculator tab — just instant, accurate prescriptions.
Also Known As
The Universal Pediatric Syrup Dose Calculator
This generic pediatric syrup dose calculator works for any oral liquid medication — antibiotics, antihistamines, cough syrups, antiemetics, antiepileptics, bronchodilators, NSAIDs, and more. Simply enter the child's weight, the recommended dose in mg/kg, and the syrup strength (mg per mL) — get the exact volume to dispense per dose.
The math is simple but error-prone, especially when you're seeing 40+ patients in an OPD: (Weight × mg/kg dose) ÷ (concentration in mg/mL) = mL per dose. This calculator handles that calculation instantly, with built-in checks for unrealistic doses.
Common Pediatric Syrups and Their Strengths in India
- Cefixime (Taxim-O, Suprax): 50mg/5mL or 100mg/5mL — 8 mg/kg/day
- Cetirizine (Cetzine, Alerid, Hicet): 5mg/5mL — 0.25 mg/kg BD
- Ibuprofen (Brufen, Ibugesic): 100mg/5mL — 5-10 mg/kg q6-8h
- Levocetirizine (Vozet, Xyzal): 2.5mg/5mL — 1.25 mg OD < 6yr
- Ondansetron (Emeset, Vomikind): 2mg/5mL — 0.15 mg/kg per dose
- Albendazole (Zentel, Bandy): 200mg/5mL — single dose 400 mg
- Salbutamol (Asthalin): 2mg/5mL — 0.1-0.15 mg/kg TDS
- Domperidone (Domstal): 1mg/mL — 0.25 mg/kg TDS
Frequently Asked Questions
▸How do I calculate syrup dose for my child?
Multiply child's weight (kg) by the prescribed dose (mg/kg). Then divide by the syrup concentration (mg/mL) to get mL per dose. This calculator does the math automatically.
▸What if the syrup label shows "mg per teaspoon"?
1 teaspoon = 5 mL (standard). So 250mg per teaspoon = 250mg per 5mL = 50 mg/mL concentration. Always use the calibrated dropper or measuring cup provided with the syrup.
▸Can I use a household teaspoon to measure syrup?
No — household teaspoons vary from 2-7 mL. Always use a calibrated medical syringe, dropper, or measuring cup provided with the medication, especially for antibiotics or weight-critical drugs.
▸Why is mg/kg dosing important in pediatrics?
Children's bodies metabolize drugs differently based on weight, surface area, and organ maturity. Adult dosing can cause toxicity in children, and adult fixed doses can be dangerously inadequate for older children.
▸How do I round the calculated dose?
Round to the nearest 0.5 mL for syringes and droppers (most are calibrated to 0.5 mL). For very young infants, use 0.1 mL precision with a calibrated syringe.
References
- Indian Academy of Pediatrics (IAP) — Drug Dose Guide for Children
- BNF for Children, latest edition
Eliminate dosing math from your day
EasyClinic stores every pediatric drug's mg/kg range and auto-calculates the dose based on patient weight — no more mental math, no more errors.