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Tylenol Dosage Chart

Dosage Chart

Acetaminophen (Tylenol)

Acetaminophen reduces fever and relieves pain. Typical uses include fevers, immunizations, teething,

earaches, bruises, headaches, etc. Please notify us prior to using Tylenol for babies under 2 months of

age.

Note! As of July 2011, infant concentrated drops are being phased out in the United States and

replaced with less-concentrated form of the medicine. The concentrated drops are still safe to use as

long as the dose is correct. The old form is three times as concentrated as the new infant medicine, so

use caution: Know your child’s weight and follow the dosage chart.

Acetaminophen is available in the following forms

• Old infant drops: 80 mg/0.8 ml per dropper (shake well before using)

• New infant liquid: 160 mg/5 ml per included syringe (shake well before using)

• Children’s chews or meltaways: 80 mg each

• Junior-strength chews or meltaways: 160 mg each

• Adult regular-strength tablets: 325 mg each

• Rectal Suppository: 120mg

Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Dosing Chart

May give acetaminophen dose every 4-6 hrs

Six Safety Tips for Acetaminophen

• Don’t give to a baby under 3 months without a doctor’s approval.

• Don’t confuse infant drops with the new infant liquid. (Infant drops are three times more

concentrated.)

• Always use the measuring device that comes with the medicine.

• The proper dosage is based on weight, not age.

• Never give acetaminophen to a child who’s taking other medicines unless directed by a doctor.

Other medicines may also contain acetaminophen, creating a dangerous overdose.

• Please remember to keep all medications out of your child’s reach at all times.

Tylenol Dosage Chart