Pediatric Drug Dosages
Acetaminophen (oral)
Tylenol®
- You may give your child acetaminophen if your child is uncomfortable with a fever.
- Use the acetaminophen dosing chart below. Use your child’s weight to select the dose.
- You may repeat the dose of acetaminophen every 4-6 hours. Do not use it more than 5 times in 24 hours.
- When giving the infant’s or children’s suspension, shake well before using.
Ibuprofen (oral) Dosing Instructions
Motrin® and Advil®
- You may give your child ibuprofen if your child is uncomfortable with a fever.
- It should not be used in children less than 6 months old without first discussing with your practitioner.
- Use the ibuprofen dosing chart below. Use your child’s weight to select the dose.
- You may repeat the dose of ibuprofen every 6-8 hours. Do not use it more than 4 times in 24 hours.
- When giving the infant’s or children’s suspension, shake well before using.
- Make certain that you always check the concentration (strength) of the ibuprofen product before each use.
Acetaminophen Suppositories (rectal)
FeverAll®
FeverAll®
Directions:
Cleanse area around rectum with mild soap and warm water and rinse thoroughly.
Gently dry by patting or blotting with toilet tissue or a soft cloth before using FeverAll®.
Remove wrapper before inserting suppository as follows: hold suppository upright and carefully separate wrapper at pointed end to open.
- Carefully peel wrapper down both sides evenly, exposing suppository.
- Avoid excess handling, as suppository is designed to melt at body temperature. Suppositories should not need to be refrigerated if stored below 80º F (27º C).
- Place child flat on back or on one side with anal opening exposed.
- Insert suppository gently, well into the rectum.
- Use fingertip to complete insertion.
Diphenhydramine Dosing Instructions
Benadryl® Allergy
| Conversions | ||
|---|---|---|
| 2.5 ml | = | 1/2 teaspoon |
| 5 ml | = | 1 teaspoon |
| 7.5 ml | = | 1 1/2 teaspoons |
| 10 ml | = | 2 teaspoons |
| 15 ml | = | 3 teaspoons |
| 20 ml | = | 4 teaspoons |
CALL OUR OFFICE:
IMMEDIATELY if:
- Your child starts acting very sick.
- Breathing becomes difficult: or your child develops retractions (tugging in) between the ribs.
- Persistent vomiting.
DURING REGULAR HOURS if:
- A fever lasts for more than 3-5 days.
- You have other concerns or questions.
Disclaimer
This content is reviewed periodically and is subject to change as new health information becomes available. The information is intended to inform and educate and is not a replacement for medical evaluation, advice, diagnosis or treatment by a healthcare professional.