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Children's Tylenol & Infants' Tylenol Dosage
Dosage chart for Children's Tylenol oral suspension, chewable tablets, and Infants' Tylenol. Both now contain the same concentration (160 mg/5 mL). Always dose by weight for accuracy.
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Tylenol Children's Dosage Chart
Infants' Tylenol (160 mg/5 mL oral suspension)
For infants and toddlers. Use the included syringe for accurate measurement.
| Age/Weight | Dose | Frequency | Max Daily | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-3 months | Consult pediatrician | As directed | As directed | Only use under physician direction for this age. |
| 4-11 months (6-8 kg / 12-17 lbs) | 80 mg (2.5 mL) | Every 4-6 hours | 400 mg (5 doses) | — |
| 12-23 months (8-10 kg / 18-23 lbs) | 120 mg (3.75 mL) | Every 4-6 hours | 600 mg (5 doses) | — |
- Dose
- Consult pediatrician
- Frequency
- As directed
- Max Daily
- As directed
Only use under physician direction for this age.
- Dose
- 80 mg (2.5 mL)
- Frequency
- Every 4-6 hours
- Max Daily
- 400 mg (5 doses)
- Dose
- 120 mg (3.75 mL)
- Frequency
- Every 4-6 hours
- Max Daily
- 600 mg (5 doses)
Disclaimer: For informational purposes only. This does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before taking any medication.
Children's Tylenol Suspension (160 mg/5 mL)
Flavored liquid for children ages 2-11.
| Age/Weight | Dose | Frequency | Max Daily |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3 years (11-15 kg / 24-35 lbs) | 160 mg (5 mL) | Every 4-6 hours | 800 mg (5 doses) |
| 4-5 years (16-21 kg / 36-47 lbs) | 240 mg (7.5 mL) | Every 4-6 hours | 1,200 mg (5 doses) |
| 6-8 years (22-27 kg / 48-59 lbs) | 320 mg (10 mL) | Every 4-6 hours | 1,600 mg (5 doses) |
| 9-11 years (28-32 kg / 60-71 lbs) | 400 mg (12.5 mL) | Every 4-6 hours | 2,000 mg (5 doses) |
- Dose
- 160 mg (5 mL)
- Frequency
- Every 4-6 hours
- Max Daily
- 800 mg (5 doses)
- Dose
- 240 mg (7.5 mL)
- Frequency
- Every 4-6 hours
- Max Daily
- 1,200 mg (5 doses)
- Dose
- 320 mg (10 mL)
- Frequency
- Every 4-6 hours
- Max Daily
- 1,600 mg (5 doses)
- Dose
- 400 mg (12.5 mL)
- Frequency
- Every 4-6 hours
- Max Daily
- 2,000 mg (5 doses)
Disclaimer: For informational purposes only. This does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before taking any medication.
Children's Tylenol Chewables (160 mg each)
For children who can safely chew tablets.
| Age/Weight | Dose | Frequency | Max Daily |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3 years (24-35 lbs) | 1 tablet (160 mg) | Every 4-6 hours | 5 tablets |
| 4-5 years (36-47 lbs) | 1.5 tablets (240 mg) | Every 4-6 hours | 7.5 tablets |
| 6-8 years (48-59 lbs) | 2 tablets (320 mg) | Every 4-6 hours | 10 tablets |
| 9-11 years (60-71 lbs) | 2.5 tablets (400 mg) | Every 4-6 hours | 12.5 tablets |
- Dose
- 1 tablet (160 mg)
- Frequency
- Every 4-6 hours
- Max Daily
- 5 tablets
- Dose
- 1.5 tablets (240 mg)
- Frequency
- Every 4-6 hours
- Max Daily
- 7.5 tablets
- Dose
- 2 tablets (320 mg)
- Frequency
- Every 4-6 hours
- Max Daily
- 10 tablets
- Dose
- 2.5 tablets (400 mg)
- Frequency
- Every 4-6 hours
- Max Daily
- 12.5 tablets
Disclaimer: For informational purposes only. This does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before taking any medication.
Important Children's Dosage Warnings
Tylenol Children's Dosage Precautions
- Infants' Tylenol and Children's Tylenol now share the same concentration (160 mg/5 mL).
- Do not give more than 5 doses in 24 hours.
- Always dose by weight. Age-based dosing is an approximation.
- Check all other medications for acetaminophen content before giving to a child.
- Contact a doctor if fever lasts more than 3 days or pain persists beyond 5 days.
For a complete list of warnings and safety information, see the Tylenol dosage guide warnings section.
Children's Dosage FAQ
Sources & References
- 1.Tylenol Official Website - Children's DosingAccessed 2025-01-15
- 2.American Academy of Pediatrics - Acetaminophen Dosage TableAccessed 2025-01-15
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