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

Enter your child's weight:

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.

What to do if my child has a fever?

If your baby is less than 2 months of age and has a fever over 100.3, please call the office for the on call doctor.
Older than 2 months, remember that fever is a symptom of a problem. If the temperature is low grade (<102), and your child does not seem ill, you may administer Tylenol and plan to be seen in the office the next day. If you have concerns, please call to speak with the physician on call.

When should I go directly to the Emergency Room?

When should I consider going to an Urgent Care facility?

What is a Medical Home?

A Medical Home is a place where your pediatric provider knows your child’s medical history and understands your family. It’s essential for consistent, coordinated care as your child grows.

Emergency rooms, urgent cares, and virtual subscription services are not medical homes. They may be helpful in urgent situations but often lack the pediatric expertise and continuity your child deserves.

Call us first—we’re here to guide your child’s care every step of the way.

I am not sure whether I need to call the office after hours. Is my child sick enough to page the doctor on call?