Medicine Dosage Charts

Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Dosage

Weight	Age	Use included syringe	Teaspoon	Tablet	Tablet
		Infant’s Oral Suspension* 160 mg (in each 5 mL)	Childrens’s Oral Suspension 160 mg (in each 5 mL or 1 tsp)	Children’s Soft Chewable Tablets 80mg each	Junior Strength Chewable Tablets 160mg each
6-11 lbs	0-3 mos	1.25 mL
12-17 lbs	4-11 mos	2.5 mL	½ tsp.
18-23 lbs	12-23 mos	3.75 mL	¾ tsp.
24-35 lbs	2-3 yrs	5 mL	5 mL (1 tsp)	2
36-47 lbs	4-5 yrs		7.5 mL (1½ tsp)	3
48-59 lbs	6-8 yrs		10 mL (2 tsp)	4	2
60-71 lbs	9-10 yrs		12.5 mL (2 ½ tsp)	5	2 ½
72-95 lbs	11 yrs		15 mL (3 tsp)	6	3
96 lbs & over	12 yrs				4

Please note: One dose lasts 4 hours. Do not give >5 doses in 24 hours.

* For single concentration. Be aware that there may be both the old and new concentrations of infants’ acetaminophen products available in stores and in medicine cabinets. The pediatric acetaminophen products currently on the market can continue to be used as labeled. Be sure to check the label or contact our office should you have questions.

Ibuprofen (Advil/Motrin) Dosage

		Infant’s Ibuprofen Concentrated Drops 50 mg (in each 1.25mL)	Children’s Ibuprofen Suspension 100 mg (in each 5 mL)	Children’s Soft Chewable Tablets 50 mg each	Junior Strength Chewable Tablets 100 mg each	Junior Strength Ibupofen Caplets 100 mg each
Weight	Age	Dropperful (Use dropper)	Teaspoon	Tablet	Tablet	Caplet
12-17 lbs	6-11 mos	1.25 mL
18-23 lbs	12-23 mos	1.875 mL
24-35 lbs	2-3 yrs	2.5 mL	5 mL (1 tsp)	2
36-47 lbs	4-5 yrs		7.5 mL (1½ tsp)	3
48-59 lbs	6-8 yrs		10 mL (2 tsp)	4	2	2
60-71 lbs	9-10 yrs		12.5 mL (2 ½ tsp)	5	2 ½	2 ½
72-95 lbs	11 yrs		15 mL (3 tsp)	6	3	3

Please Note: One dose lasts 6-8 hours. Not to be used under 6 months.

Milliliter is abbreviated as mL; 5mL equals one teaspoon (tsp).
Don’t use household teaspoons, which can vary in size.
Aspirin should not be used in children to treat fever or pain.

Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) Dosage

Indications: Treatment of allergic reactions, nasal allergies, hives and itching.

Weight	Benadryl Liquid 12.5 mg = 5 mL 5 mL = 1 teaspoon	Benadryl Chewable 12.5 mg	Benadryl Tablets 25 mg	Benadryl Capsules 25 mg
20-24 pounds	3/4 teaspoon
25-37 pounds	1 teaspoon	1 chewable
38-49 pounds	1 1/2 teaspoons	1 1/2 chewable
50-99 pounds	2 teaspoons	2 chewable	1 tablet	1 capsule
100 pounds and up		4 chewable	2 tablets	2 capsules

Give every 4-6 hours, as needed, and not more than four times in 24 hours unless directed by a healthcare professional.
Benadryl comes in a liquid form, chewable form, or as a tablet or capsule.
MEASURING the DOSAGE: Syringes and droppers are more accurate than teaspoons. If possible, use the syringe or dropper that comes with the medication. If you use a teaspoon, it should be a measuring spoon. Regular spoons are not reliable. Also, remember that 1 level teaspoon equals 5 ml and that ½ teaspoon equals 2.5 ml.
ADULT DOSAGE: 50 mg
CHILDREN’S BENADRYL FASTMELTS: Each fast melt tablet contains the equivalent of 12.5 mg of Diphenhydramine HCL and dosed the same as chewable tablets

This website is not intended to give medical advice and IS not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The Wellness Pediatrics website is for informational purposes only. Consult with your physician regarding all your medical condition(s). The dosing information provided on this website should not be used as a substitute for the medical care and advice of your pediatrician. There may be variations in treatment that your pediatrician may recommend based on individual facts and circumstances.