Equine Hourly Fluid Rate Explained

Learn the formula, clinical use and limitations of the equine hourly fluid rate.

Converts a planned equine fluid volume into an hourly administration rate.

Formula

value = volume * 1000 / hours; litres_hour = volume / hours

What this calculator does

Converts a planned equine fluid volume into an hourly administration rate.

Clinical use

The calculated rate is arithmetic only and does not confirm that the rate is safe for the individual horse.

Important limitations

Recalculate whenever the target volume or administration period changes.

References

  1. Merck Veterinary Manual. Fluid Needs in Dehydrated Horses.
  2. Merck Veterinary Manual. Emergency Procedures in Horses.

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