Drug Dosage Calculator For Rabbits

 

Note: an accurate weight is essential for calculating doses.

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*Dosages are derived from the published literature; however, many are empirical or based on clinical experience. A guarantee of either safety or effectiveness under all situations is impossible. Consult with a licensed professional veterinarian before administering any medication. This drug dosage calculator is intended for informational purposes only. The authors of this web site assume no responsibility for recommendations or dosages contained within.

 

Administration of Drugs Frequency
  • amp. = ampule
  • a.d. = right ear
  • a.s. = left ear
  • a.u. = both ears
  • c. = with
  • cap. = capsule
  • disp. = dispense
  • gtt(s). = drop(s)
  • IM = intramuscular injection
  • IN = intranasal
  • IP = intraperitoneal (within abdominal cavity)
  • IV = intravenous injection
  • o.d. = right eye
  • o.s. = left eye
  • o.u. = both eyes
  • PO = per os, meaning given by mouth or orally
  • q.s. = a sufficient quantity
  • SubQ, SQ or SC = subcutaneous injection
  • susp. = suspension
  • tab = tablet
  • a.c. = before meals
  • p.c. = after meals
  • h. = hour
  • h.s. = at bedtime
  • q = every (as in q 8 hours)
  • SID = every day (q day or q 24 hours)
  • BID = twice a day (q 12 hours)
  • TID = three times a day (q 8 hours)
  • QID = four times a day (q 6 hours)
  • QOD = every other day
  • PRN = as needed
  • Sig.: = directions to patient
  • stat = immediately
  • Ut dict. = as directed

Measures and Conversions
Liquid Measure:
  • 1 milliliter (ml) = 1 cubic centimeter (cc)
  • 1 teaspoon (tsp) = 5 ml (cc)
  • 1 Tablespoon (Tbsp) = 14.79 ml = 3 tsp = 1/2 oz
  • 1 fluid ounce (fl oz) = 29.57 ml = 2 tablespoons
  • 1 cup (cp) = 16 tablespoons = 236.6 ml
  • 1 liter (l) = 1,000 ml (cc) = 1.0567 quarts
Weights:
  • 1 microgram (ug or mcg) = 1,000 nanograms (ng)
  • 1 milligram (mg) = 1,000 micrograms (ug or mcg)
  • 1,000 mg = 1 gram (g) = 15.43 grains
  • 1 grain (gr) = 64.8 mg
  • 1,000 g = 1 kilogram
  • 1 kilogram (kg) = 2.2046 pounds = 1,000 grams
  • 1 pound (lb) = 0.4536 kg, or 453.6 grams
  • 1 ounce (oz) = 28.35 g

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