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Ideal Body Weight Calculator
Calculate ideal body weight (IBW) using Devine, Hamwi, Robinson, and Miller equations.
Mathematical Formula
Devine Male: 50 kg + 2.3 kg per inch over 5 feet
Overview & Explanation
Ideal Body Weight formulas estimate healthy body weight based on medical dosing research and stature anthropometrics.
How It Works
- Converts height to inches.
- Calculates inches over 5 feet baseline.
- Applies gender-specific formula multiplier.
Practical Applications
- Medical dosage estimation.
- Target weight setting.
- Nutritional assessment.
Male 175 cm (5 ft 9 in)
Calculate Devine ideal body weight for a male measuring 175 cm.
1
Calculate inches over 5 feet
68.9 in - 60 in
= 8.9 inches
2
Multiply by Devine factor
50 + (2.3 * 8.9)
= 70.5 kg
Frequently Asked Questions
Which ideal weight formula is used by medical professionals?
The Devine formula is widely used in medicine for pharmacological dosing guidelines.
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