Drug Dosages

Acetaminophen
  • Below are recommended doses for Acetaminophen
  • All doses are determined by weight, not age
  • Always check the label for the type of medicine you are giving, Was well as the concentration
  • Make sure you do not mix medications of the same components
  • Call the office before giving any medicine to an infant less than 3 months of age
  • If you have any questions as to the correct dosage, please call us during office hours
  • Poison Help Number: 1-800-222-1222
Acetaminophen is the main ingredient in Tylenol® and Feverall® (rectal suppositories). Acetaminophen is used as a pain reliever and fever reducer. It should NOT be used for infants less than 2 months of age. It may be given every 4 to 6 hours.

Infants’ Acetaminophen – Concentrated Drops “OLD” Concentration 80mg/0.8 ml

Dosing schedule continues to provide approximately 10-15 mg/kg for children in the 10th-90th decile for weight.

Infants’ Acetaminophen Concentrated Drops. The below dropper is designed to provide 0.4 mL (40mg) increments.

Infants’ Acetaminophen – Oral Suspension “NEW” Concentration 160mg/5ml

Dosing schedule continues to provide approximately 10-15 mg/kg for children in the 10th-90th decile for weight.

Infants’ Acetaminophen Oral Suspension. The below syringe is designed to provide 1.25 mL (40mg) increments.

Reminder:

  • Infants’ Acetaminophen Concentrated Drops are 3x more concentrated than Acetaminophen Oral Suspension
  • Always read and follow the label
  • Keep medicines out of the reach of children
  • Never give adult medicines to children
  • Use only the dosing device that comes with the product

FeverAll® (Acetaminophen Rectal Suppositories)

Dosing schedule continues to provide approximately 10-15 mg/kg for children in the 10th-90th decile for weight.

Infants’ Acetaminophen Oral Suspension. The below syringe is designed to provide 1.25 mL (40mg) increments.