Fevers in Kids and other conditions often prompt the questions “how much Tylenol can I give my kid?” and “how often can I give my kid Tylenol?”. KidStreet Urgent Care is here to inform you of proper acetaminophen (Tylenol) dosages for kids, how often you can give your kids Tylenol, and the risks of over-medicating your child.
Tylenol Dosage For Kids
Acetaminophen dosing depends on the child’s weight and how old they are.
Each of these medications has an active ingredient of acetaminophen 160 mg/5ml and should only be administered every 4 hours. Additionally, children should only be given these medications every 4 hours and should not take over five doses in 24 hours. Always use the proper administration device, such as the measuring spoon.
Giving your child more than the recommended dose of Tylenol can lead to liver damage as the liver processes this medication. This is why it is crucial to always give your kid the correct dose at the proper intervals.
Infant Acetaminophen
If your child is younger than two years old or weighs less than 24lbs, you should consult health care professionals before administering acetaminophen. The following Tylenol products are appropriate for this age and weight range:
- Infant Tylenol Oral Suspension (infant drops)
- Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension (drops)
- Tylenol for Children + Adults Family
Toddler Acetaminophen
If your child is 2-3 years of age and weighs anywhere from 24lbs to 35lbs, you can administer the following dosages:
- Infant Tylenol Oral Suspension, 5mL dosage
- Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension, 5mL dosage
- Children’s Tylenol Chewables (chewable tablets), 1 tablet
- Tylenol for Children + Adults Family, 5 mL dosage
Tylenol For Kids Age 4-5
Children aged 4-5 and between 36 and 47 pounds can have the following Tylenol dosages:
- Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension, 7.5mL dosage
- Children’s Tylenol Chewables (chewable tablets), 1 1/2 tablets
- Tylenol for Children + Adults Family, 7.5 mL dose
Tylenol For Kids Age 6-8
Kids that are between 6 and 8 years old and weigh 48-59 lbs can receive:
- Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension, 10mL dosage
- Children’s Tylenol Chewables (chewable tablets), 2 tablets
- Tylenol for Children + Adults Family, 10mL dose
- Children’s Tylenol Dissolve Packs, 2 powders
- Tylenol Regular Strength Tablets and Liquid Gels, 1 tablet/liquid gel
Tylenol For Kids Age 9-10
If your child weighs 61-70 lbs and is age 9 or 10, the proper medications and dosages include:
- Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension, 12.5mL dosage
- Children’s Tylenol Chewables (chewable tablets), 2 1/2 tablets
- Tylenol for Children + Adults Family, 12.5mL dose
- Children’s Tylenol Dissolve Packs, 2 powders
- Tylenol Regular Strength Tablets and Liquid Gels, 1 tablet/liquid gel
Tylenol For Kids Age 11
Children aged 11 or weighing 72 to 95 lbs can take:
- Children’s Tylenol Oral Suspension, 15mL dosage
- Children’s Tylenol Chewables (chewable tablets), 3 tablets
- Tylenol for Children + Adults Family, 15mL dose
- Children’s Tylenol Dissolve Packs, 3 powders
- Tylenol Regular Strength Tablets and Liquid Gels, 1 tablet/liquid gel
Tylenol For Kids Age 12 and Older
Children who are 12 and weigh over 95 lbs can take adult-strength acetaminophen products.
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