Methylprednisolone dosing
Steroids · 62.5 mg/mL · IV Push
Calculated, not generatedWeight-based dose
| Dose | Per kg | For 70 kg |
|---|---|---|
| low | 0.5 mg/kg | 35 mg |
| standard | 1 mg/kg | 70 mg |
| high | 2 mg/kg | 140 mg |
Bronchospasm: 1-2 mg/kg. Anaphylaxis (adjunct): 1-2 mg/kg. Typical adult dose: 40-125 mg IV. 5x potency of hydrocortisone.
Renal & hepatic adjustment
No drug-specific organ adjustment in our database — use clinical judgment and verify against the label.
Evidence A · Asthma and COPD exacerbation guidelines
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Vigil computes Methylprednisolone for your patient's actual weight — and adjusts for renal or hepatic impairment automatically, with the cited rationale. The number is calculated from a verified database, never guessed.
Decision support for licensed clinicians — not a substitute for clinical judgment. Always verify against the package insert and the patient in front of you.