Terbutaline 1.5 mg / 5 mL Dosage Calculator

How to Calculate Terbutaline 1.5 mg / 5 mL Dose

This calculator determines the Terbutaline dose for treating asthma or bronchospasm, using a concentration of Terbutaline 1.5 mg / 5 mL (0.3 mg/mL), based on the patient’s weight or age:

Dose in mL and mg (based on Terbutaline):

<12 years: 0.05 mg/kg/dose PO TID PRN (weight-based dosing)

12-15 years: 2.5 mg PO TID PRN (age-based dosing)

>15 years and adults: 5 mg PO TID PRN; reduce to 2.5 mg PO TID PRN if side effects occur

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: Terbutaline 1.5 mg / 5 mL (0.3 mg/mL).

Administer as prescribed for asthma or bronchospasm. ⚠️ Always consult a healthcare provider.

Using the Terbutaline 1.5 mg / 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 for patients based on age/weight groups: <12 years (weight-based), 12-15 years (age-based), and >15 years/adults (age-based), with adjustments for side effects in adults.

Example: Weight 10 kg:

<12 years (Weight based dosing):
1.7 mL (0.5 mg) PO TID 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 Terbutaline used for?

Terbutaline (Bricanyl) is used to treat asthma, bronchospasm, and other respiratory conditions by relaxing the muscles in the airways.

2. How often is this given?

<12 years: 0.05 mg/kg/dose PO TID PRN. 12-15 years: 2.5 mg PO TID PRN. >15 years and adults: 5 mg PO TID PRN; reduce to 2.5 mg PO TID PRN if side effects occur.

3. Can this be used for infants under a certain weight?

Consult a doctor, as Terbutaline dosing for very low-weight infants may require special consideration and 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 adults?

The maximum dose per administration for adults is 5 mg (16.7 mL) PO TID PRN, but it can be reduced to 2.5 mg (8.3 mL) PO TID PRN if side effects occur.