Arkstone Introduces RightDose: A Clearer Path for Antimicrobial Dosing
Arkstone, a leader in laboratory infectious disease guidance and antimicrobial stewardship, has launched RightDose—a feature built to simplify how clinicians select and calculate antibiotic doses. Prescribing antibiotics can be complex, and that complexity only grows when caring for children. RightDose steps in with tailored dosing recommendations by age group so providers can move quickly and confidently while keeping treatments safe and effective.
Why Pediatric Dosing Demands Extra Care
Caring for neonates, infants, children, and adolescents isn’t just adult care in smaller doses. Each age group has distinct pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic considerations, and the stakes are high when precision matters. Without a single, reliable source to consult, clinicians often bounce between references, guidelines, and calculators—losing time and increasing the chance of error. RightDose brings this information into one place, helping providers find the right dose faster and with less friction.
Pediatric Dosing, Streamlined
RightDose compiles pediatric dosing information and serves it in a way that’s easy to use during real clinical work. Recommendations are tailored by age, and the feature doesn’t stop at pediatrics—its guidance extends to patients across the lifespan. When kidney or liver function should change how a drug is dosed, RightDose includes adjustments for renal and hepatic impairment, further tightening the fit between the patient and the prescription.
One Source for Comprehensive Dosing Guidance
At the core of RightDose is Arkstone’s robust drug database, which consolidates dosing recommendations drawn from trusted sources. Centralizing this information means clinicians can rely on a single, consistent reference instead of piecing together guidance from multiple manuals. The result: clearer, evidence-based direction that supports sound clinical decisions and a safer standard of care.
What Arkstone’s Leaders Are Saying
Dr. Ari Frenkel, Chief Science Officer at Arkstone, shared his enthusiasm regarding RightDose, stating, "This integration into our OneChoice platform marks a significant leap forward in our pursuit of precision medicine. With RightDose, we empower healthcare providers by offering detailed dosing instructions that consider the specific age and health condition of each patient."
Furthermore, Dave Gross, Chief Technology Officer, noted the innovative technology behind RightDose, emphasizing the complexity of its development. "Our sophisticated system matches an extensive array of drug dose combinations with the diverse needs of various age groups. This ensures that healthcare providers receive the most accurate dosing information, which is essential given the absence of a single comprehensive source for this critical data," he said.
Advancing Arkstone’s Work in Infectious Disease Care
The launch of RightDose continues Arkstone’s effort to make antimicrobial management clearer and safer. By pairing practical tools with reliable guidance, the company helps clinicians choose appropriate therapies with fewer workarounds and less guesswork. Better decisions at the point of care lead to better outcomes—patient by patient, day by day.
About Arkstone
Arkstone is focused on addressing antimicrobial resistance and supporting responsible antibiotic use. Using advanced artificial intelligence, Arkstone translates laboratory findings into actionable recommendations, so providers have current, accurate insights available when they need them most.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is RightDose?
RightDose is a feature within Arkstone’s OneChoice platform that delivers tailored antibiotic dosing recommendations. It aligns doses to the patient’s age group and clinical context so providers can prescribe with greater confidence and speed.
How does RightDose improve pediatric care?
It gathers dosing guidance for neonates, infants, children, and adolescents into one place, presenting clear recommendations that fit each age group. That consolidation shortens the search for answers and helps reduce dosing errors in a setting where small mistakes can have outsized effects.
Why does a centralized dosing database matter?
A single, trusted source means clinicians don’t have to cross-check multiple references or assemble dosing rules on the fly. Centralization saves time, reduces variability, and supports safer, more consistent prescribing.
What patient factors does RightDose consider?
Along with age-specific guidance, RightDose includes adjustments for renal and hepatic function. Those refinements help match the dose to the patient’s physiology, improving accuracy and supporting safer treatment plans.
How do healthcare providers benefit from using RightDose?
Providers gain faster access to clear, evidence-based dosing information, which can improve prescribing accuracy, streamline workflows, and support better patient outcomes—without hours spent searching through scattered resources.
