Medicine Dosage Chart
Tylenol and Ibuprofen Dosage for Infants and Children
Ensuring the correct dosage of Tylenol (Acetaminophen) and Ibuprofen for your child is crucial for their safety and health. This guide provides detailed dosage information based on age and weight to help you administer these medications accurately.
Infant Tylenol Dosage
Age (Months) | Weight (lbs) | Tylenol (Acetaminophen) Dosage |
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0-3 months | Under 12 lbs | Consult your pediatrician |
4-11 months | 12-17 lbs | 2.5 mL (80 mg) |
12-23 months | 18-23 lbs | 3.75 mL (120 mg) |
Infant Ibuprofen Dosage
Age (Months) | Weight (lbs) | Ibuprofen Dosage |
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0-5 months | Under 12 lbs | Not recommended |
6-11 months | 12-17 lbs | 1.25 mL (50 mg) |
12-23 months | 18-23 lbs | 1.875 mL (75 mg) |
Children’s Tylenol Dosage
Age (Years) | Weight (lbs) | Tylenol (Acetaminophen) Dosage |
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2-3 years | 24-35 lbs | 5 mL (160 mg) |
4-5 years | 36-47 lbs | 7.5 mL (240 mg) |
6-8 years | 48-59 lbs | 10 mL (320 mg) |
9-10 years | 60-71 lbs | 12.5 mL (400 mg) |
11 years | 72-95 lbs | 15 mL (480 mg) |
12 years+ | Over 95 lbs | 20 mL (640 mg) |
Children’s Ibuprofen Dosage
Age (Years) | Weight (lbs) | Ibuprofen Dosage |
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2-3 years | 24-35 lbs | 5 mL (100 mg) |
4-5 years | 36-47 lbs | 7.5 mL (150 mg) |
6-8 years | 48-59 lbs | 10 mL (200 mg) |
9-10 years | 60-71 lbs | 12.5 mL (250 mg) |
11 years | 72-95 lbs | 15 mL (300 mg) |
12 years+ | Over 95 lbs | 20 mL (400 mg) |
Important Notes
Tylenol (Acetaminophen): Administer every 4-6 hours as needed. Do not exceed 5 doses in 24 hours.
Ibuprofen: Administer every 6-8 hours as needed. Do not exceed 4 doses in 24 hours. Not recommended for children under 6 months.
Always use the measuring device that comes with the medication.
Consult your pediatrician before administering any medication to infants under 3 months.
Safety Tips
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Double-check the concentration of the medication.
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Do not alternate between Tylenol and Ibuprofen without consulting a healthcare provider.
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Store medications out of reach of children.