Finnegan Score Calculator

Add neonatal withdrawal symptom scores and show neurologic, autonomic-respiratory and GI subtotals.

1.1M uses Updated · 2026-05-25 Runs locally · zero upload
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How to Use Finnegan Score Calculator

The Finnegan Score Calculator totals observed neonatal withdrawal findings. Select 0 to 3 for cry, sleep, tremor, tone, fever or sweating, respiratory symptoms, feeding, vomiting and stools.

Score the infant over the defined observation period rather than from a single brief episode. Local neonatal protocols may differ in frequency, thresholds and treatment decisions.

Formula & Theory - Finnegan Score Calculator

Finnegan scoring records neurologic, autonomic/respiratory and gastrointestinal signs of neonatal abstinence syndrome. Higher totals suggest more prominent withdrawal signs. The calculator also shows subtotals by symptom group.

It is a documentation and addition aid, not a replacement for trained clinical observation. Feeding issues, prematurity, infection, hypoglycemia and other conditions can mimic some findings.

Finnegan score = neurologic symptom points + autonomic/respiratory symptom points + gastrointestinal symptom points

Use Cases for Finnegan Score Calculator

Use it for neonatal withdrawal teaching, nursing-score demonstrations, case review and electronic-form prototypes. It helps show that symptom composition matters, not only the total.

Frequently asked questions about Finnegan Score Calculator

Should one brief symptom determine the score?

No. Score according to the defined observation period and local neonatal protocol.

Does Finnegan Score Calculator work offline after the page loads?

The calculation logic runs in the browser, so no server is needed for the calculation after the page loads.

Is my data stored?

No. The page does not send your inputs to a server.