Dosing and After Hours Call Guide
Easily determine the right dose of Acetaminophen (Tylenol, Paracetamol) or Ibuprofen (Motrin, Advil) for your child’s weight. Use the handy calculator or print out a version (below) to save for your medication drawer.
Dosage Calculator
Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
- Repeat dose every 4-6 hours while symptoms last.
- Do not give more than 5 doses in 24 hours.
- Do not use with any other product containing acetaminophen or paracetamol.
- Source: AAP (HealthyChildren.org)
Ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin)
- Not for use with children under 6 months of age.
- Repeat dose every 6-8 hours as needed.
- Do not give more than 4 doses in 24 hours.
- Source: AAP (HealthyChildren.org)
Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Dosing– click for PDF/print version
Ibuprofen (Motrin or Advil) Dosing – click for PDF/print version
PHONE CALLS AFTER HOURS AND ON WEEKENDS
After hours and on weekends, call our office at 770-442-1050. A doctor will be paged and return your call.