Weight converter: milligram → pound
Facts about the Milligram
The milligram (mg) is one-thousandth of a gram and is primarily used for measuring very small quantities. It is especially important in pharmacology, chemistry, and dietary supplements where precision is essential. For example, many medications list active ingredients in milligrams.
Facts about the Pound
The pound (lb) is a unit of mass commonly used in the United States and the U.K. One pound is equal to approximately 0.453592 kilograms. Historically derived from the Roman libra, the pound remains a standard unit for measuring body weight, packaged goods, and postal items in non-metric countries.