IV Fluid Rate Calculator

Clinical judgment required. This calculator is a decision-support tool, not a substitute for veterinary consultation.

IV Fluid Rate Calculator

Calculate intravenous (IV) fluid rate for dogs, cats, and other veterinary patients. Computes maintenance fluid rate (mL/hr), dehydration deficit volume (mL), and drip rate (drops/min) based on body weight, dehydration percentage, and drip set factor. Used for fluid therapy planning, rehydration protocols, shock resuscitation, perioperative fluid management, crystalloid administration, hospitalized patient fluid support, and subcutaneous fluid calculations. Covers lactated Ringer's (LRS), normal saline (0.9% NaCl), Normosol-R, and Plasmalyte fluid types.

mL/kg/day
hours
Daily Maintenance Volume
NaNmL/day
Maintenance Rate
NaNmL/hr
Dehydration Deficit
mL
Total Fluid Rate
mL/hr
Drip Rate
drops/min
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