Adrenal Crisis Diagnosis and Hydrocortisone Emergency Dosing

Calculates emergency hydrocortisone dosing for adrenal crisis based on weight, severity, and patient type (primary vs secondary adrenal insufficiency), with stress dosing protocol for procedures and illness.

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Clinical Guidance

BMI is a screening measure of body size, not a direct measure of body fat. The standard WHO categories are underweight (<18.5), normal (18.5–24.9), overweight (25–29.9), and obese (≥30).

BMI can overestimate body fat in athletes with high muscle mass and underestimate it in older adults with low muscle mass. Interpret it alongside waist circumference and clinical context rather than as a standalone diagnosis.

⚕ Clinical Disclaimer: These calculators are for educational and reference purposes only. Always verify results with qualified clinical judgment and current clinical guidelines. Do not use as a sole basis for medical decisions.
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How It Works

Calculates emergency hydrocortisone dosing for adrenal crisis based on weight, severity, and patient type (primary vs secondary adrenal insufficiency), with stress dosing protocol for procedures and illness

Each component has a specific meaning:

  • Weight — The weight recorded for the patient or scenario being assessed.
  • Severity — The severity recorded for the patient or scenario being assessed.
  • Patient type — The patient type recorded for the patient or scenario being assessed.

Note: Interpret the adrenal crisis dosing result against the clinical thresholds and context described above.

How to Use

Enter the weight, severity, patient type for the patient or scenario you are assessing. Calculates emergency hydrocortisone dosing for adrenal crisis based on weight, severity, and patient type (primary vs secondary adrenal insufficiency), with stress dosing protocol for procedures and illness. Use the adrenal crisis dosing result to inform your clinical assessment.

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