Calculator
Emergency Drug Infusions
ACLS / critical-care infusion calculator. Final concentration and syringe-pump rate based on drug strength, syringe volume and target dose. Always verify with current ACLS guidelines.
Standard formula: rate (cc/hr) = (dose × weight × 60) ÷ concentration (mcg/cc)
DiluentD5W or NS 0.9%
kg
mg
mcg/kg/min
Typical range: 0.01–1 mcg/kg/min
Post-resus / shock. Titrate to MAP ≥ 65 mmHg. Typical 0.05–0.5 mcg/kg/min. Central line preferred.
Syringe pump rate
—cc / hr
Final concentration
—mcg / cc
Final concentration
—mg / cc
Enter weight and dose.