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Medication Dosing Charts

Reference guide for common over-the-counter medication dosages based on your child's weight and age.

Always use weight (not age) for most accurate dosing when child is over 2 months old.

Acetaminophen (Tylenol®) Dosing

WeightApprox AgeInfant Oral Suspension5ml = 160mgChildren's Suspension1 tsp (5ml) = 160mgChildren's Tablets1 tab = 80mgJunior Strength1 tab = 160mg
6-11 lbs1-3 monthsDO NOT USE UNLESS INSTRUCTED BY PHYSICIAN
12-17 lbs4-11 mo2.5 ml½ tsp (80mg)——
18-23 lbs12-23 mo3.75 ml¾ tsp (120mg)——
24-35 lbs2-3 years5 ml1 tsp (160mg)2 tablets—
36-47 lbs4-5 years—1½ tsp (240mg)3 tablets—
48-59 lbs6-8 years—2 tsp (320mg)4 tablets2 tablets
60-71 lbs9-10 years—2½ tsp (400mg)5 tablets2.5 tablets
72-95 lbs11 years—3 tsp (480mg)6 tablets3 tablets

Ibuprofen (Motrin®, Advil®) Dosing

WeightApprox AgeInfant Drops1.25ml = 50mgChildren's Liquid1 tsp (5ml) = 100mgChildren's Tablets1 tab = 50mgJunior Strength1 tab = 100mg
6-11 lbs< 6 monthsDO NOT USE - Never give ibuprofen to infants under 6 months
12-17 lbs6-11 mo1.25 ml———
18-23 lbs12-23 mo1.875 ml———
24-35 lbs2-3 years—1 tsp (100mg)2 tablets—
36-47 lbs4-5 years—1½ tsp (150mg)3 tablets—
48-59 lbs6-8 years—2 tsp (200mg)4 tablets2 tablets
60-71 lbs9-10 years—2½ tsp (250mg)5 tablets2.5 tablets
72-95 lbs11 years——6 tablets3 tablets

Important Safety Notes

  • •Always use weight (not age) for dosing when child is over 2 months old
  • •Never give ibuprofen to infants under 6 months of age
  • •Acetaminophen can be given every 4-6 hours as needed
  • •Ibuprofen can be given every 6-8 hours as needed
  • •Always follow the instructions on the medication package
  • •Contact our office at (231) 638-4120 if you have any questions about proper dosing