Dosage Charts

Chose only one fever reducing medication.  
Do not alternate medications without consulting your physician.

Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) Dosage Chart

Tylenol (acetaminophen) Dosage Chart

 

Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) Dosage Chart

Give the weight-appropriate dosage listed below every 6 - 8 hours as needed for temperature over 101°F or for pain.  Always give with food.  Do not exceed 4 doses in a 24-hour period.

**Do not give Ibuprofen if child is less than 6 months old or if your child has a kidney problem**

dose chart ibuprofin

 

Tylenol (acetaminophen) Dosage Chart

Give the weight-appropriate dosage listed below every 6 hours as needed for a temperature over 101°F.

Do not exceed 5 doses in a 24-hour period.

**Do not give Tylenol to children under 3 months of age without first consulting a doctor.  Do not use Tylenol if your child has any liver problems.**

dosage chart tylenol