Zenapax® is used as part of immunosuppressive therapy for transplant patients. The dosage is calculated on the basis of 1.0 mg/kg. What is the proper dose for a 175 lb patient? (Given: 1kg = 2.205 lbs)

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Zenapax® is used as part of immunosuppressive therapy for transplant patients. The dosage is calculated on the basis of 1.0 mg/kg.    What is the proper dose for a 175 lb patient? (Given: 1kg = 2.205 lbs)

DrBob222 · Answer

175 lb x (453.6 g/lb) = ? grams ?grams/1000 = ? kg. 1.0 mg/kg x ?kg = ? mg. Solve for ? mg.

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