Medication Dosing Charts
We understand how overwhelming it can be to figure out the correct medication doses for your child, especially during late-night fevers or illnesses. Administering the right dose is critical for both safety and effectiveness. That’s why we provide parents with a detailed medication dosing chart tailored to common over-the-counter medicines like infant Tylenol, ibuprofen, and others.
Why Accurate Dosing Matters: Children’s bodies process medications differently than adults, making weight-based dosing essential. Overdosing can lead to severe side effects, while under-dosing may not provide relief. For instance, acetaminophen (the active ingredient in Tylenol) requires precise measurements to reduce fever or pain safely without exceeding the daily limit. Similarly, ibuprofen dosing must be calculated based on weight, especially for children under 6 months.We recommend always using a syringe or dosing cup for accuracy, as household teaspoons can vary significantly in volume. Our medication dosing chart for infants and children is designed to remove the guesswork, offering clear instructions based on your child’s age and weight.
Infant Tylenol Dosing
For ACETAMINOPHEN (also known as Tylenol), give every 4-6 hours as needed for pain or fever. NOT TO EXCEED 4 doses in 24 hours.
Source: Healthychildren.org
Ibuprofen Dose for Infants
For MOTRIN (also known as Ibuprofen), give every 6 hours as needed for pain or fever. NOT TO EXCEED 4 doses in 24 hours.
Source: Healthychildren.org
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