Convert Milligrams to Micrograms
1 mg = 1000 µg
Conversion Table
| milligrams (mg) | micrograms (µg) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 | 500 |
| 1 | 1000 |
| 2 | 2000 |
| 5 | 5000 |
| 10 | 10000 |
| 25 | 25000 |
| 50 | 50000 |
| 100 | 100000 |
| 250 | 250000 |
| 500 | 500000 |
| 1000 | 1000000 |
How to Convert milligrams to micrograms
To convert milligrams to micrograms, multiply the value by the conversion factor:
For example: 10 mg = 10000 µg
About milligrams and micrograms
The Conversion Formula
To convert milligrams to micrograms, multiply the value by the conversion factor: 1 mg = 1000 µg. For a worked example, suppose you need to convert 25 mg to micrograms: 25 × 1000 = 25000 µg. To convert in the opposite direction, divide by 1000, or equivalently multiply by 0.001.
About milligrams
The milligram (mg) is a unit of mass equal to one-thousandth of a gram. Its precision became indispensable with the rise of modern medicine and chemistry. Before the milligram, accurate dosing of potent medicines was dangerous and difficult. Today, it is the standard unit for determining the potency of pills, capsules, and vitamins, ensuring safety and efficacy in healthcare. milligrams are commonly used in Prescription medication dosages, Caffeine content in coffee, Sodium content in food, and Water quality testing, Gemstone grading (alongside carats).
A grain of sand weighs roughly 1 to 5 milligrams.
About micrograms
The microgram (µg or mcg) represents the scale of biochemistry. As a millionth of a gram, it is used to measure substances that are potent in minuscule quantities, such as vitamins, hormones, and certain toxins. The abbreviation 'mcg' is often preferred in medical prescriptions to prevent the Greek letter 'µ' from being misread as 'm' (milligram), which could lead to a 1000x overdose. micrograms are commonly used in Vitamin D and B12 dosage, Thyroid medication, Air pollution (particulate matter), and DNA concentration, Forensic science.
A fingerprint weighs roughly 50 micrograms.
When Would You Convert milligrams to micrograms?
Converting between milligrams and micrograms is one of the most common weight conversions. You might need this conversion when working with international specifications, following instructions written for a different measurement system, or comparing values across different standards. Having the conversion factor (1 mg = 1000 µg) memorized or bookmarked can save time in professional and everyday contexts alike.