\[CD=D\times n\]
Variables
CDcumulative dose (mg)
Ddose per administration (mg)
nnumber of administrations
Description
What is this formula?
The Cumulative Dose formula calculates the total amount of a substance received over multiple administrations or exposure events.
When to use it
Use this formula when evaluating total exposure to a drug, chemical, toxin, radiation source, or other agent administered repeatedly over time.
Example
A patient receives 250 mg of a medication every day for 14 days.
Data:
D = 250 mg
n = 14
Formula:
CD = D × n
Substitution:
CD = 250 × 14
Result:
CD = 3500 mg
Applications
- Toxicology exposure assessment
- Pharmacokinetic studies
- Occupational exposure evaluation
- Radiation dose tracking
- Long-term medication monitoring