5mg of Pentosan Polysulfate = 25 Units
Using a 250mg vial reconstituted with 12.5mL of bacteriostatic water.
Step-by-Step Math
- Add 12.5mL of bacteriostatic water to your 250mg vial of Pentosan Polysulfate.
- Concentration: 250mg = 250000 mcg / 1250 units = 200 mcg per unit.
- 5000 mcg / 200 mcg per unit = 25 units on your insulin syringe.
Conversion Table (250mg vial + 12.5mL water)
| Dose | Units | Doses/Vial |
|---|
| 750mcg |
3.8 units |
333 doses |
| 1mg |
5 units |
250 doses |
| 1500mcg |
7.5 units |
166 doses |
| 2mg |
10 units |
125 doses |
| 2500mcg |
12.5 units |
100 doses |
| 3mg |
15 units |
83 doses |
| 5mg |
25 units |
50 doses |
| 6mg |
30 units |
41 doses |
| 10mg |
50 units |
25 doses |
FAQ
How many units is 5mg of Pentosan Polysulfate?
5mg equals 25 units when using a 250mg vial reconstituted with 12.5mL of bacteriostatic water.
How many doses in a 250mg vial?
Approximately 50 doses at 5mg per dose.
Typical dose range: 3000-6000 mcg, 1x weekly or every other week.
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