ICU drip calculator (vasopressors, sedation, insulin, heparin)
Converts dose to pump rate and back for vasopressors, inotropes, sedatives, and other titratable infusions at standard concentrations.
Inputs
2 of 3Drug
Needed for weight-based drugs.
Calculate
Dose in the drug's units (shown in the result), or rate in mL/h.
as chosen
Leave blank for the standard concentration.
per mL
Patient values are shared with every calculator.
When to use
- Setting or checking a titratable infusion.
Pearls and pitfalls
- Confirm the concentration on the bag; this tool defaults to common standard concentrations.
- Peripheral vasopressors: use a large proximal vein and monitor the site closely.
- Propofol counts toward lipid calories (1.1 kcal/mL).
Why use
Both directions, with unit handling (mcg vs mg, per minute vs per hour) built in.
Rate (mL/h) = dose × weight (if weight-based) × 60 (if per minute) ÷ concentration