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Get the Right Dose
Easily determine the right dose of Acetaminophen (Tylenol), Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil), or Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) for your child’s weight.
For Zyrtec, see this dosage guide.
Important Instructions
- Always read and follow the label instructions.
- Whenever possible, use the dosing device that came with the product. Syringes and droppers are more accurate than teaspoons.
- If you use a teaspoon, it should be a measuring spoon. Regular spoons are not reliable.
For infants under 6 pounds, check with your doctor.
| Child's Weight | Medication | Dose |
|---|---|---|
| 6-11 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 1.25 mL |
| 12-17 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 2.5 mL |
| 18-23 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 3.75 mL |
| 24-35 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 5 mL |
| 36-47 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 7.5 mL |
| 48-59 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 10 mL |
| 60-71 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 12.5 mL |
| 72-95 lbs | Acetaminophen Syrup 160 mg/5mL (such as Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension) | 15 mL |
| 24-35 lbs | Chewable Acetaminophen Tablets 160 mg (such as Children’s Tylenol Chewable Tablets) | 1 tablet |
| 36-47 lbs | Chewable Acetaminophen Tablets 160 mg (such as Children’s Tylenol Chewable Tablets) | 1.5 tablets |
| 48-59 lbs | Chewable Acetaminophen Tablets 160 mg (such as Children’s Tylenol Chewable Tablets) | 2 tablets |
| 60-71 lbs | Chewable Acetaminophen Tablets 160 mg (such as Children’s Tylenol Chewable Tablets) | 2.5 tablets |
| 72-95 lbs | Chewable Acetaminophen Tablets 160 mg (such as Children’s Tylenol Chewable Tablets) | 3 tablets |
| 48-59 lbs | Adult Acetaminophen Tablets 325 mg (such as Tylenol Regular Strength) | 1 tablet |
| 60-71 lbs | Adult Acetaminophen Tablets 325 mg (such as Tylenol Regular Strength) | 1 tablet |
| 72-95 lbs | Adult Acetaminophen Tablets 325 mg (such as Tylenol Regular Strength) | 1.5 tablets |
| 96 lbs or more | Adult Acetaminophen Tablets 325 mg (such as Tylenol Regular Strength) | 2 tablets |
| 12-17 lbs | Ibuprofen Infant Drops 50 mg/1.25 mL (such as Infant’s Motrin Oral Suspension Drops) | 1.25 mL |
| 18-23 lbs | Ibuprofen Infant Drops 50 mg/1.25 mL (such as Infant’s Motrin Oral Suspension Drops) | 1.875 mL |
| 24-35 lbs | Ibuprofen Infant Drops 50 mg/1.25 mL (such as Infant’s Motrin Oral Suspension Drops) | 2.5 mL |
| 36-47 lbs | Ibuprofen Infant Drops 50 mg/1.25 mL (such as Infant’s Motrin Oral Suspension Drops) | 3.75 mL |
| 48-59 lbs | Ibuprofen Infant Drops 50 mg/1.25 mL (such as Infant’s Motrin Oral Suspension Drops) | 5 mL |
| 12-17 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 2.5 mL |
| 18-23 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 4 mL |
| 24-35 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 5 mL |
| 36-47 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 7.5 mL |
| 48-59 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 10 mL |
| 60-71 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 12.5 mL |
| 72-95 lbs | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 15 mL |
| 96 lbs or more | Ibuprofen Liquid 100 mg/5 mL (such as Children’s Motrin Oral Suspension) | 20 mL |
| 48-59 lbs | Chewable Ibuprofen Tablets 100 mg (such as Children’s Motrin Chewables) | 2 tablets |
| 60-71 lbs | Chewable Ibuprofen Tablets 100 mg (such as Children’s Motrin Chewables) | 2.5 tablets |
| 72-95 lbs | Chewable Ibuprofen Tablets 100 mg (such as Children’s Motrin Chewables) | 3 tablets |
| 96 lbs or more | Chewable Ibuprofen Tablets 100 mg (such as Children’s Motrin Chewables) | 4 tablets |
| 24-35 lbs | Chewable Ibuprofen Tablets 100 mg (such as Children’s Motrin Chewables) | 1 tablet |
| 36-47 lbs | Chewable Ibuprofen Tablets 100 mg (such as Children’s Motrin Chewables) | 1.5 tablets |
| 48-59 lbs | Adult Ibuprofen Tablets 200 mg (such as Motrin IB or Advil) | 1 tablet |
| 60-71 lbs | Adult Ibuprofen Tablets 200 mg (such as Motrin IB or Advil) | 1 tablet |
| 72-95 lbs | Adult Ibuprofen Tablets 200 mg (such as Motrin IB or Advil) | 1.5 tablets |
| 96 lbs or more | Adult Ibuprofen Tablets 200 mg (such as Motrin IB or Advil) | 2 tablets |
| 20-24 lbs | Diphenhydramine Liquid 12.5mg/5mL (such as Children's Benadryl Allergy Liquid) | 4 mL |
| 25-37 lbs | Diphenhydramine Liquid 12.5mg/5mL (such as Children's Benadryl Allergy Liquid) | 5 mL |
| 38-49 lbs | Diphenhydramine Liquid 12.5mg/5mL (such as Children's Benadryl Allergy Liquid) | 7.5 mL |
| 50-99 lbs | Diphenhydramine Liquid 12.5mg/5mL (such as Children's Benadryl Allergy Liquid) | 10 mL |
| 25-37 lbs | Diphenhydramine Chewables 12.5mg (such as Children's Benadryl Chewables) | 1 tablet |
| 38-49 lbs | Diphenhydramine Chewables 12.5mg (such as Children's Benadryl Chewables) | 1.5 tablets |
| 50-99 lbs | Diphenhydramine Chewables 12.5mg (such as Children's Benadryl Chewables) | 2 tablets |
| 100 lbs or more | Diphenhydramine Chewables 12.5mg (such as Children's Benadryl Chewables) | 4 tablets |
| 25-49 lbs | Diphenhydramine Tablets 25mg (such as Benadryl Allergy Tablets) | 1/2 tablet |
| 50-99 lbs | Diphenhydramine Tablets 25mg (such as Benadryl Allergy Tablets) | 1 tablet |
| 100 lbs or more | Diphenhydramine Tablets 25mg (such as Benadryl Allergy Tablets) | 2 tablets |
| 50-99 lbs | Diphenhydramine Capsules 25mg (such as Benadryl Allergy Capsules or Liqui-Gels) | 1 capsule |
| 100 lbs or more | Diphenhydramine Capsules 25mg (such as Benadryl Allergy Capsules or Liqui-Gels) | 2 capsules |
Acetaminophen
Tylenol
- Do not give before 2 months of age. Call us immediately if your baby under 2 months old has a fever of 100.4 or higher.
- 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
Motrin, Advil
- Not for 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, diphenhydramine 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, dosed the same as chewable tablets.
- Risk of side effects: May cause drowsiness or paradoxical excitation. 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
Health & Wellness Websites
Wondering where to find reliable medical information online? Browse our recommendations for accurate online resources you can depend on.
General Health & Parenting
- HealthyChildren.orgThe AAP Parenting Website - HealthyChildren.org is the only parenting website backed by 67,000 pediatricians committed to the health of children of all ages.En Español
- Conditions and DiseasesChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia
- KidsHealth.orgReliable information for parents, kids, teens, and educators.
- American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
- Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
Local Resources
- Sharing Our 'UluState and community resources for children ages 0-5 years and their families
- Hawai'i Mother's Milk
- AAP Hawai'i
- Kapiolani Medical Center ER
- Shriner's Children's HospitalOrthopedic Injuries
Adolescent Health
- Young Women's HealthDivision of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine at Boston Children’s HospitalEn Español
- Young Women's Health (For Parents)En Español
- Young Men's HealthDivision of Adolescent and Young Adult Medicine at Boston Children’s Hospital
- Young Men's Health (For Parents)
- Teens HealthResources for Teens from KidsHealth.org
- I Wanna KnowThe American Social Health Association’s website for teens’ questions and answers
- Ash LineWe make quitting tobacco your greatest success
- My Life, My Quit
Asthma & Allergies
Immunizations
- Immunization ScheduleAmerican Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
- Vaccine Information Statements
- Vaccine Education CenterChildren's Hospital of Philadelphia
- Vaccine Safety: The FactsAmerican Academy of Pediatrics
- VaccinateYourFamily.orgHelping to protect people of all ages from vaccine-preventable diseases
- Institute for Vaccine SafetyJohns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
- Immunize.orgFormerly Immunization Action Coalition (IAC)
Insects
- Insect Sting AllergiesHealthyChildren.org
- How to Remove A TickHealthyChildren.org
- Head Lice: What Parents Need to Know
Safety
- Keiki Safety Tips
- Poison Control CenterNational Capital Poison Control Center
- SafeKids.orgOur mission is to help prevent childhood injuries
- National Highway Traffic Safety AdministrationUp-to-date car seat information
- SafeTeenDriving.orgPartners for Safe Teen Driving
- Safety Education (CPSC)
- Product Recalls (CPSC)Consumer Product Safety Commission
- NetSmartzHow to stay safer on the Internet
Sleep
- Safe to Sleep
- Getting Your Baby to SleepHealthyChildren.org
- Back to Sleep, Tummy to PlayHealthyChildren.org
- Baby Sleep Advice for Parents & KidsPediatric Sleep Council
- Melatonin for Kids: What Parents Should Know About This Sleep AidHealthyChildren.org
- Sleep Tips for Your Family's Mental HealthHealthyChildren.org
- Staying Out Late & CurfewsHealthyChildren.org
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