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Ibuprofen and Tylenol Dosing 

Check here for general dosing guidelines for Ibuprofen and Tylenol based on your child’s weight. Always double-check the concentration on the bottle, and feel free to call our office if you’re unsure.

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  • Give the dose indicated below every 4 hours as needed.  Do not give more than 5 doses in 24 hours.

    Weight
    Age
    Dose
    12-17 lbs.
    4-11 mos.
    2.5 mL
    18-23 lbs.
    12-23 mos.
    3.75 mL
    24-35 lbs.
    2-3 yrs.
    5 mL
    36-47 lbs.
    4-5 yrs.
    7.5 mL
    48-59 lbs.
    6-8 yrs.
    10 mL
    6-11 lbs.
    0-3 mos.
    1.25 mL
    60-71 lbs.
    9-10 yrs.
    12.5 mL
    72-95 lbs.
    11 yrs.
    15 mL

  • Give the dose indicated below every 6 hours as needed.  Do not give more than 4 doses in 24 hours.
    ​Do not give ibuprofen to babies under 6 months of age unless directed by your doctor.

    Weight
    Age
    Dose Infant Drops ​​(50 mg/1.25mL)
    Dose Children's Liquid (100mg/5mL)
    12-17 lbs
    6-11 mos.
    1.25 mL
    2.5 mL
    18-23 lbs.
    12-23 mos.
    1.875 mL
    3.75 mL
    24-35 lbs
    2-3 yrs.
    2.5 mL
    5 mL
    36-47 lbs.
    4-5 yrs.
    -
    7.5 mL
    48-59 lbs.
    6-8 yrs.
    -
    10 mL
    60-71 lbs.
    9-10 yrs.
    -
    12.5 mL
    72-95 lbs.
    11 yrs.
    -
    15 mL
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