Neonatal TPN

Name: Neonatal TPN
Creator: Daniel Diaz-Gil, MD
Keywords: TPN, total parenteral nutrition, neonatal, GIR, glucose infusion rate, amino acids, lipids, dextrose, calories, nutrition, preterm, newborn

Total parenteral nutrition calculator with GIR, amino acids, lipids, and caloric summary for neonates

Clinically Verified· 5 tests

For educational and informational purposes only. Verify all results before clinical application.

Weight *

Total Fluid Intake (TFI) *

mL/kg/day

Target total fluid intake in mL/kg/day

Dextrose Concentration *

Amino Acids *

g/kg/day

Target amino acid dose (typical range: 2-4 g/kg/day)

Lipids *

g/kg/day

Target lipid dose (typical range: 1-3 g/kg/day)

Lipid Concentration *

References

Embleton ND, Moltu SJ, Lapillonne A, et al. Enteral Nutrition in Preterm Infants (2022): A Position Paper From the ESPGHAN Committee on Nutrition. J Pediatr Gastroenterol Nutr. 2023;76(2):248-268.[DOI]

Reviewed by Daniel Diaz-Gil, MD · Last updated March 2026

Medical disclaimer

This tool is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional clinical judgment. Always independently verify results before making clinical decisions.

Professional Resources — Tools used by pediatricians for neonatal care

NRP Textbook, 8th EditionOfficial Neonatal Resuscitation Program textbook~$70via Amazon Manual of Neonatal Care, ClohertyPractical neonatal clinical reference~$65via Amazon