Pediatric Epinephrine Dose Calculator

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Enter actual or estimated body weight. For neonates, typical range is 1-4 kg.
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Neonates use a different dose range and only IV/ET routes are shown.
Neonates: only IV and ET are standard; IM/SC and nebulizer routes default to child dosing if selected.
Indication affects which route is most appropriate and which maximum dose applies.
DoseWithin standard range
0.2mg

Epinephrine dose in milligrams (capped at maximum)

Volume to draw up2mL
Solution concentration1:10,000 (0.1 mg/mL)
Weight used20kg
Dose per kg0.01mg/kg
Maximum dose1mg
Share of the route maximum20%
20 % of route maximum
Within standard range<60Approaching maximum60-85Near/at maximum85+

IV/IO epinephrine dose: 0.200 mg (2.00 mL).

  • Draw up 2.00 mL of the 1:10,000 (0.1 mg/mL) solution.
  • The weight-based dose rate is 0.0100 mg/kg for the IV/IO route.
  • EpiPen Jr (0.15 mg) is weight-appropriate for patients in the 15-30 kg range.
  • Repeat dosing every 3-5 minutes for cardiac arrest (IV/IO route) per PALS guidelines.

Next stepAlways verify the dose, concentration, and route with a second licensed clinician before administration. This tool is a reference aid, not a substitute for clinical judgment.

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