PEDIATRIC MEDICAL SITES
DOSING CHARTS
Acetaminophen (Tylenol)
Ibuprofen (Motrin/Advil)
Diphenhydramine (Benadryl)
Cetirizine (Zyrtec)
Alternating acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Motrin) - here’s what you need to know:
- Fevers don't always need to be treated but if your child is uncomfortable, you can give them Tylenol or Motrin. Usually one medication given at the dose and intervals recommended in the links above will do the trick.
- If necessary, you can alternate Tylenol and Motrin every 3 hours if needed for fever or pain relief.
- This alternating schedule can be used for up to 24 hours only.
- Always follow proper dosing guidelines based on your child’s weight and age
Call the on call doctor right away if your child has a fever and:
- Looks very ill, is unusually drowsy or is very fussy
- Has been in a very hot place, such as an overheated car
- Has other symptoms, such as a stiff neck, severe headache, severe sore throat, severe ear pain, an unexplained rash or repeated vomiting or diarrhea
- Has signs of dehydration, such as a dry mouth, sunken soft spot or significantly fewer wet diapers and unable to take in fluids
- Has immune system problems, such as sickle cell disease or cancer, or is taking steroids
- Has had a seizure
- Is younger than 3 months (12 weeks) and has a temperature of 100.4°F (38.0°C) or higher
- Fever rises above 104°F (40°C) repeatedly for a child of any age