Sucralfate 1 g/5 mL Dosage Calculator

How to Calculate Sucralfate 1 g/5 mL Dose

This calculator determines the Sucralfate dose for treating gastrointestinal conditions, using a concentration of Sucralfate 1 g/5 mL (200 mg/mL), based on the patient’s weight:

Dose in mL and mg (based on Sucralfate):

Pediatric ≥ 3 months (limited data): 40 to 80 mg/kg/day PO QID PRN (Max: 1 g/dose)

Adults: 5 mL (1000 mg) PO QID 1 hour before meals and at bedtime PRN (Max: 1 g/dose)

Where:

Weight: Enter the patient’s weight in kilograms (kg) or pounds (lb) and select the unit from the dropdown (automatically converted to kg).
Concentration: Sucralfate 1 g/5 mL (200 mg/mL).

Administer as prescribed for gastrointestinal conditions. ⚠️ Always consult a healthcare provider.

Using the Sucralfate 1 g/5 mL Dosage Calculator

Enter the patient’s weight in kilograms or pounds, select the unit, and click "Calculate." The calculator provides the dose in mL and mg (Sucralfate) for pediatric (≥3 months) and adult patients, ensuring the minimum dose (in both mL and mg) is less than or equal to the maximum dose for pediatric patients.

Example: Weight 10 kg:

Pediatric ≥ 3 months (limited data):
Min Dose: 0.5 mL (100 mg) PO QID PRN
Max Dose: 1 mL (200 mg) PO QID PRN

Adults dose:
5 mL (1000 mg) PO QID 1 hour before meals and at bedtime PRN (Max: 1 g/dose)

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

Consult a healthcare provider before administering.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is Sucralfate used for?

Sucralfate (Sulcrate; Carafate) is used to treat and prevent ulcers in the stomach and intestines.

2. How often is this given?

Pediatric ≥ 3 months (limited data): 40 to 80 mg/kg/day PO QID PRN (Max: 1 g/dose). Adults: 5 mL (1000 mg) PO QID 1 hour before meals and at bedtime PRN (Max: 1 g/dose).

3. Can this be used for infants under 3 months?

Consult a doctor, as Sucralfate is not typically recommended for infants under 3 months 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?

The maximum dose per administration is 1 g (1000 mg) for both pediatric (≥3 months) and adult patients.