Admix Auto Calculate: Frequently Asked Questions Copied

05/19/2026Admix Auto CalculateFAQPhysician, Clinical, Admin, Billing

Admix Auto Calculate automatically calculates the drug volume (mL) needed for a patient during admix ordering, based on the ordered dose and the available drug concentration in iKnowMed Generation 2.

How does the calculation work?

When a configured medication is selected on the Admix tab, iKnowMed calculates the drug volume using:

  • The ordered dose
  • The drug concentration on file

If a medication is available in multiple concentrations, the system automatically accounts for the appropriate concentration when calculating volume.

What should practices expect when adopting this feature?

Practices adopting Admix Auto Calculate should expect:

  • A calculation that integrates into existing workflows
  • Continued clinician control through manual overrides
  • A safety‑focused enhancement rather than a workflow replacement
  • The ability to enable and configure the feature based on practice preferences

Can clinicians still adjust the calculated value?

Yes. While the calculated dose appears read‑only by default, clinicians can manually override the calculation when an adjustment is needed by clicking the pencil icon next to the field.

During beta testing, manual overrides were used infrequently, indicating that users trusted the calculated values.

How did practices respond during beta testing?

Overall feedback was positive, with strong adoption and trust in the calculation.

Practices reported that:

  • Calculations were generally accurate and reliable
  • The feature was viewed primarily as a safety enhancement
  • Clinicians continued appropriate manual double‑checks, especially during early use
  • Manual overrides were rare, suggesting confidence in the calculation

Does this feature save time?

While it does not eliminate all steps in the admix workflow, users consistently identified the primary benefit as improved safety and reduced reliance on manual calculations, rather than speed.

Are there scenarios where auto calculation may not apply?

Yes. Auto calculation depends on the availability of concentration data for a medication.

Some medications — such as certain reconstituted or powder drugs — may not support auto calculation if concentration information is not available.

In those cases, users can continue using existing manual workflows.

Will all medications automatically use Admix Auto Calculate?

No. The feature must be:

  • Enabled at the practice level
  • Enabled for appropriate users
  • Configured for specific medications

Once configured, auto calculation will occur when those medications are selected in the Admix tab.

What will users see on printed labels?

Concentration details used in the calculation may not appear on printed labels. Practices should continue following their established safety and verification workflows.

Where can I learn more?