Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen Dosing Charts
Acetaminophen and ibuprofen dosing charts are guidelines provided by Centracare Health Pediatrics to help parents and caregivers understand the appropriate doses of these medications for children based on their age and weight.
Medicines for fever or pain relief Ibuprofen dosing chart (see other side for acetaminophen ) Determine the correct dose by finding the child's weight in pounds in the top row of the table. You may repeat the dosage every 6 to 8 hours as needed. Note that some medicines come with a 1.25 ml dropper and others come with a 1.875 ml syringe.
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Acetaminophen / Ibuprofen Dosage Chart This sheet is not specific to your child but provides general information. Always follow your provider's order for dosing amounts.
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The usual over the counter dose of ibuprofen is 200 mg per pill. Acetaminophen comes as 325 mg, 500 mg and 650 mg extended-release pills. Ibuprofen should always be taken with food as it can upset the stomach. An alternating dosing schedule of 3 hours for an adult may look like this:
Ibuprofen (also known as Motrin® or Advil®) is an over-the-counter medicine used to reduce fever and relieve pain. This chart , based on your child's weight, can help determine the right dosage amount, but is no substitute for your pediatrician's advice.
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Acetaminophen Dosage Chart One dose lasts 4-6 hours, but should not be given more than 5 times in twenty-four hours.
How much acetaminophen can I give my child? Ask the doctor, nurse or pharmacist to circle your child's correct dose on the chart below. You may give your child acetaminophen every 4 to 6 hours as needed. Do not give acetaminophen to babies younger than 3 months of age without a doctor's order.
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Over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers can be effective in pain management, but they must be used appropriately. The chart below can help you make sure you are taking the appropriate dose. As with all medications, be sure to talk to your health care provider about what OTC medications you are using.