Convert micrograms to mg
Micrograms to milligrams. Enter a value to convert, or use the micrograms to mg chart further down the page.
1 microgram equals 0.001 milligrams. Going the other way, 1 milligram = 1,000 micrograms.
How to convert micrograms to mg
To convert micrograms to milligrams, multiply the microgram value by 0.001. You can also divide by 1000 to get the same answer.
mg = µg × 0.001
Worked example
Convert 15 µg to milligrams:
15 µg = 0.015 mg
micrograms to mg conversion chart
Use this micrograms to mg table for quick reference without typing anything.
| micrograms (µg) | milligrams (mg) |
|---|---|
| 0.01 µg | 0.00001 mg |
| 0.1 µg | 0.0001 mg |
| 1 µg | 0.001 mg |
| 2 µg | 0.002 mg |
| 3 µg | 0.003 mg |
| 5 µg | 0.005 mg |
| 10 µg | 0.01 mg |
| 20 µg | 0.02 mg |
| 50 µg | 0.05 mg |
| 100 µg | 0.1 mg |
| 1,000 µg | 1 mg |
What is a microgram?
The microgram, often written mcg on supplement labels, is one millionth of a gram.
What is a milligram?
The milligram is one thousandth of a gram and is the standard unit for stating medicine dosages and micronutrient content.
Frequently asked questions
How many mg are in a microgram?
1 micrograms equals 0.001 mg. Going the other way, 1 mg is 1,000 micrograms.
How do you convert micrograms to mg?
To convert micrograms to milligrams, multiply the microgram value by 0.001. You can also divide by 1000 to get the same answer.
What is 10 micrograms in mg?
10 micrograms equals 0.01 mg. The conversion chart on this page lists the other values people look up most often.
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