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The mg/hr to mL/hr conversion is essential for healthcare professionals when administering alcohol infusions. It converts the prescribed medication rate (in milligrams per hour) to the corresponding infusion pump rate (in milliliters per hour) based on the solution's concentration.
The calculator uses the following formula:
Where:
Explanation: The equation simply divides the desired dose rate by the concentration of the solution to determine the appropriate infusion pump rate.
Details: Precise conversion is critical for patient safety when administering alcohol infusions, as incorrect rates can lead to underdosing or overdosing. This calculator helps ensure accurate delivery of the prescribed medication.
Tips: Enter the prescribed infusion rate in mg/hr and the solution concentration in mg/mL. Both values must be positive numbers. The calculator will instantly compute the corresponding mL/hr rate for the infusion pump.
Q1: Why is this conversion important for alcohol infusions?
A: Alcohol infusions require precise dosing to maintain therapeutic levels while avoiding toxicity. The conversion ensures the infusion pump delivers the correct amount of medication.
Q2: How do I determine the concentration of my solution?
A: The concentration should be provided by the pharmacy or can be calculated by dividing the total amount of medication (in mg) by the total volume of solution (in mL).
Q3: Can this calculator be used for other medications?
A: While the formula works for any medication, this calculator is specifically designed for alcohol infusions which have unique dosing considerations.
Q4: What if my concentration is given in percentage?
A: For alcohol solutions, percentage concentration needs to be converted to mg/mL. For example, 10% alcohol solution = 100 mg/mL.
Q5: Should I double-check the calculated rate?
A: Yes, always verify calculations independently before programming infusion pumps, especially for high-risk medications like alcohol.