Metoclopramide 1 mg/mL Dosage Calculator

Metoclopramide 1 mg/mL Dosage Calculator (Brand Name: Primperan; Reglan; Maxeran; Maxolon; Metonia)

Patient's Weight:

Patient Age Group:

Metoclopramide 1 mg / mL

Doses expressed in terms of Metoclopramide

Reference: European Medicines Agency’s Committee on Medicinal Products for Human Use

How to Calculate Metoclopramide 1 mg/mL Dose

This calculator determines the Metoclopramide dose for treating nausea and vomiting, using a concentration of Metoclopramide 1 mg/mL, based on the patient’s weight and age group:

Dose in mL and mg (based on Metoclopramide):

Pediatric >1 year: 0.1 mg to 0.15 mg/kg/dose po (Max: 10 mg/dose), repeated up to TID prn

Adults: Usual dose is 10 mg po TID to QID prn

Where:

Weight: Enter the patient’s weight in kilograms (kg) or pounds (lb) and select the unit from the dropdown (automatically converted to kg).
Age Group: Select the appropriate age group (Pediatric >1 year or Adults).
Concentration: Metoclopramide 1 mg/mL.

Administer as prescribed for nausea, vomiting, or gastrointestinal motility disorders. ⚠️ Always consult a healthcare provider. Reference: European Medicines Agency’s Committee on Medicinal Products for Human Use

Using the Metoclopramide 1 mg/mL Dosage Calculator

Enter the patient’s weight in kilograms or pounds, select the unit, choose the age group, and click "Calculate." The calculator provides the dose in mL and mg (Metoclopramide) for pediatric and adult patients.

Example: Weight 10 kg, Pediatric >1 year:

Pediatric dose (>1 year):
1.0 mL (1 mg) to 1.5 mL (1.5 mg) po repeated up to TID prn

Adults:
Usual dose is 10.0 mL (10 mg) po TID to QID prn

Calculations must be re-checked and should not be used alone...

Consult a healthcare provider before administering.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is Metoclopramide used for?

Metoclopramide (Primperan; Reglan; Maxeran; Maxolon; Metonia) is used to treat nausea, vomiting, and gastrointestinal motility disorders.

2. How often is this given?

Pediatric >1 year: 0.1 to 0.15 mg/kg/dose po up to TID prn (Max 10 mg/dose). Adults: 10 mg po TID to QID prn.

3. Can this be used for infants under 1 year?

Consult a doctor, as Metoclopramide is not typically recommended for infants under 1 year without medical supervision.

4. What if weight is in pounds?

Enter the weight in pounds, and the calculator will automatically convert it to kilograms for calculation (1 lb = 0.4536 kg approximately).

5. What’s the maximum dose per administration for pediatric patients?

The maximum dose per administration for pediatric patients (>1 year) is 10 mg (10 mL).