IVIG Dose & Infusion Calculator

Calculate total IVIG dose, daily dose, infusion volume, and vial count for any patient.

Enter patient weight, desired dose, and optional infusion details to get a complete IVIG dosing plan.

IVIG Dose Calculation Examples

See how to calculate IVIG doses for different scenarios.

Standard Adult Dose

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Calculate a single-day IVIG dose for a 70 kg adult at 1 g/kg, 10% concentration, 5g vials.

Weight (kg): 70

Dose (g/kg): 1

Days: 1

Concentration (%): 10

Vial Size (g): 5

Multi-Day Pediatric Dose

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Calculate a 5-day IVIG regimen for a 20 kg child at 2 g/kg total, 5% concentration, 2.5g vials.

Weight (kg): 20

Dose (g/kg): 2

Days: 5

Concentration (%): 5

Vial Size (g): 2.5

Dose Range Calculation

dose-range

Calculate min/max IVIG dose for a 60 kg patient, range 0.4–2 g/kg, 10% concentration, 10g vials.

Weight (kg): 60

Min Dose (g/kg): 0.4

Max Dose (g/kg): 2

Concentration (%): 10

Vial Size (g): 10

Calculation Without Vial Size

no-vial

Calculate total and daily dose for a 50 kg patient at 0.8 g/kg over 2 days, 5% concentration, no vial size.

Weight (kg): 50

Dose (g/kg): 0.8

Days: 2

Concentration (%): 5

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Understanding IVIG Dose & Infusion Calculator: A Comprehensive Guide
Everything you need to know about accurate IVIG dosing and infusion planning.

What is IVIG and Why is Dose Calculation Important?

  • Definition of IVIG
  • Therapeutic Uses
  • Importance of Accurate Dosing
IVIG (Intravenous Immunoglobulin) is a blood product used to treat various immune deficiencies, autoimmune diseases, and inflammatory conditions. Accurate dose calculation is crucial to ensure therapeutic efficacy and minimize risks.
Therapeutic Indications

Common IVIG Indications

  • Primary immunodeficiency treatment
  • Autoimmune neurological disorders

Step-by-Step Guide to Using the IVIG Dose Calculator

  • Entering Patient Data
  • Selecting Dose and Concentration
  • Interpreting Results
Start by entering the patient's weight, prescribed dose per kg, and optional details like number of days, concentration, and vial size. The calculator provides total dose, daily dose, infusion volume, and vial count instantly.
User-Friendly Interface

Sample Calculations

  • 70 kg adult, 1 g/kg, 10% IVIG, 5g vials
  • 20 kg child, 2 g/kg over 5 days, 5% IVIG

Real-World Applications of IVIG Dose Calculation

  • Hospital and Clinic Use
  • Pharmacy Preparation
  • Patient Education
IVIG dose calculators are used by doctors, nurses, and pharmacists to ensure safe and effective therapy. They help prevent under- or overdosing and streamline pharmacy preparation.
Clinical Workflow Integration

Practical Uses

  • Pharmacy compounding
  • Nursing infusion planning

Common Misconceptions and Correct Methods

  • Misunderstanding Dose per kg
  • Ignoring Concentration
  • Incorrect Vial Calculation
Some users confuse total dose with daily dose or ignore the impact of concentration and vial size. The calculator clarifies these distinctions and ensures correct results every time.
Avoiding Calculation Errors

Mistakes to Avoid

  • Entering total dose instead of per kg
  • Not dividing dose over multiple days

Mathematical Derivation and Example Calculations

  • Dose Formula
  • Infusion Volume Calculation
  • Vial Count Determination
Total IVIG Dose (g) = Weight (kg) × Dose (g/kg). Infusion Volume (ml) = Total Dose (g) / Concentration (g/ml). Number of Vials = Total Dose (g) / Vial Size (g). All calculations are rounded appropriately for clinical use.
Worked Example

Calculation Examples

  • 60 kg × 1 g/kg = 60 g total dose
  • 60 g / 10 g vial = 6 vials