Acetaminophen

Dosages for Acetaminophen medicines for different weights and ages

(Only use under 12 weeks of age at the discretion of your provider.)

IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ: The FDA acknowledges that the ingredients in these cough and cold products have not been tested by today's standards to identify their levels of efficacy and safety. While further studies are pending, the manufacturers are voluntarily relabeling their recommended use of these products to "Do Not Use" in children less than 4 years of age. Given the need for further research, the dosages listed below are the current recommendations of our practice.

Dosages for cold medicines for different weights and ages

IMPORTANT! PLEASE READ: The FDA acknowledges that the ingredients in these cough and cold products have not been tested by today's standards to identify their levels of efficacy and safety. While further studies are pending, the manufacturers are voluntarily relabeling their recommended use of these products to "Do Not Use" in children less than 4 years of age. Given the need for further research, the dosages listed below are the current recommendations of our practice.

Dosages for cough medicines in various weights and ages

Dosages for ibuprofen medicines for various weights and ages

Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) Dose Table for every 6 - 8 hours

When to Use: Treatment of allergic reactions, nasal allergies, hives and itching.

Table Notes:

• AGE LIMITS. For allergies, don't use under 1 year of age. (Reason: it causes most babies to be sleepy). For colds, not advised at any age. (Reason: no proven benefits). They should be not be given if under 4 years old. If under 6 years, don't give products with more than one ingredient in them. (Reason: FDA recommendations 10/2008).
• DOSE. Find the child's weight in the top row of the dose table. Look below the correct weight for the dose based on the product you have.
• MEASURE the DOSE. Syringes and droppers are more accurate than teaspoons. If possible, use the syringe or dropper that comes with the medicine. If not, you can get a med syringe at drug stores. If you use a teaspoon, it should be a measuring spoon. (Reason: regular spoons are not reliable.) Keep in mind 1 level teaspoon equals 5 mL and that ½ teaspoon equals 2.5 mL. 
• ADULT DOSE. 50 mg
• HOW OFTEN. Repeat every 6 hours as needed.
• CHILDREN’S BENADRYL FASTMELTS. Each fastmelt tablet equals 12.5 mg. They are dosed the same as chewable tablets.