Infusion Rate Per Hour Calculator

Formula

To calculate the Infusion Rate (IR):

\[ \text{IR} = \frac{\text{V}}{\text{T}} \]

Where:

\(\text{IR}\) is the Infusion Rate (mL/hour)
\(\text{V}\) is the Volume to be Infused (mL)
\(\text{T}\) is the Infusion Time (hours)

What is an Infusion Rate Per Hour?

An infusion rate per hour is a measure of the flow rate at which intravenous fluid is administered to a patient. It is typically measured in milliliters per hour (mL/hour) and is crucial for ensuring that the patient receives the correct amount of fluid or medication over the prescribed period.

Example Calculation 1

Let's assume the following values:

Volume to be Infused (V) = 500 mL
Infusion Time (T) = 5 hours

Step 1: Use the formula:

\[ \text{IR} = \frac{500}{5} = 100 \]

The Infusion Rate is 100 mL/hour.

Example Calculation 2

Let's assume the following values:

Volume to be Infused (V) = 1000 mL
Infusion Time (T) = 8 hours

Step 1: Use the formula:

\[ \text{IR} = \frac{1000}{8} = 125 \]

The Infusion Rate is 125 mL/hour.