Child Medication Dosage Calculator
ACETAMINOPHEN
Tylenol
Do not give before 2 months of age. Call us immediately if your baby under 2 months old has a fever.
Repeat dose every 4-6 hours while symptoms last.
Do not give more than 5 doses in 24 hours.
Do not use with any other product containing acetaminophen.
Source: HealthyChildren.org
IBUPROFEN
Advil, Motrin
Not for use with children under 6 months of age.
Repeat dose every 6-8 hours as needed.
Do not give more than 4 doses in 24 hours.
Source: HealthyChildren.org
DIPHENHYDRAMINE
Benadryl
When recommended by a provider, Benadryl may be used safely in young children.
Non-sedating alternatives (eg, loratadine, cetirizine, fexofenadine) are available over-the-counter. Please ask a healthcare provider before using these medications in children under 2 years of age.
Repeat dose every 6 hours as needed.
Children’s Benadryl Fastmelts: Each fastmelt tablet contains the equivalent of 12.5 mg of Diphenhydramine HCL, dosed the same as chewable tablets.
Risk of side effects: May cause drowsiness and paradoxical excitatory. Use caution when driving or operating heavy machinery after dosing due to potential for sedation and decreased alertness. This is especially relevant for teen drivers.
Source: HealthyChildren.org