Childrens MUCINEX dosage chart by weight

*COUGH/COLD MEDICATIONS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER 4 YEARS OLD, IF YOUR CHILD IS OVER 4 YEARS OF AGE FOLLOW PACKAGE INSTRUCTIONS FOR DOSING*

DOSING CHART FOR ACETAMINOPHEN (TYLENOL)

** To be given every 4 hours as needed **

ACETAMINOPHEN (TYLENOL) TO BE GIVEN EVERY 4 HOURS AS NEEDED (max 5 doses in 24 hours).

AgeWeightsInfant/Childrens Liquid Susp 160mg/5mlChewable Tablet 160mg0-3 months6-11 lbs1/4 tsp (1.25ml)–4-9 months12-15 lbs1/2 tsp (2.5ml)1/2 tab9-12 months16-21 lbs3/4 tsp (3.75ml)3/4 tabs12-23 months22-32 lbsone tsp (5ml)1 tabs2-3 years33-40 lbs1 1/2 tsp (7.5ml)1 & 1/2 tabs4-5 years41-54 lbs2 tsp (10ml)2 tabs6-8 years55-64 lbs2 1/2 tsp (12.5ml)2& 1/2 tabs9-10 years65-88 lbs3 tsp (15ml)3 tabs

DOSING CHART FOR IBUPROFEN (ADVIL AND MOTRIN)

** To be given every 6 hours as needed, DO NOT GIVE TO CHILDREN UNDER 6 MONTHS ** 

There are two concentrations for Ibuprofen (50mg/1.25ml and 100mg/5ml), please check which concentration you have prior to using the guidelines below

AgeWeightsConcentrated Infant Drops 50mg/1.25mlChildrens Liquid Susp 100mg/5mlJr Chewable tabs 100mg6-9 months12-15 lbs1.25ml1/2 tsp (2.5ml)1/2 tab9-12 months16-21 lbs1.875ml3/4 tsp (3.75ml)3/4 tab12-23 months22-32 lbs2.5 mlone tsp (5ml)one tab2-3 years33-40 lbs–1 1/2 tsp (7.5ml)1 & 1/2 tab4-5 years41-54 lbs–2 tsp (10ml)2 tabs6-8 years55-64 lbs–2 1/2 tsp (12.5ml)2 & 1/2 tabs9-10 years65-88 lbs–3 tsp (15ml)3 tabs

DOSING CHART FOR OTHER CHILDREN’S LIQUID PREPARATIONS (cough, cold, etc)

Diphenhydramine (Benadryl), to be given every 6 hours as needed

**COUGH & COLD MEDICATIONS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED FOR CHILDREN UNDER 4 YEARS OF AGE**

**Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) may be used in children under 4 years of age for allergy purposes only**

AgeWeightLiquid 12.5mg/5mlChewables 12.5mg tabs6-11 months12-17 lbs1/2 tsp (2.5ml)1/2 tab1-2 years18-30 lbs1 tsp (5ml)one tab3-6 years31-44 lbs1 1/2 tsp (7.5ml)1 & 1/2 tab6-12 years45  lbs and up2 tsp (10ml)2 tabs

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helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive

Ask a doctor before use if the child has

• cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
• persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with asthma

Stop use and ask a doctor if cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious illness.

Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

• do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period
• measure only with dosing cup provided
• do not use dosing cup with other products
• mL = milliliter

• each 5 mL contains: sodium 3 mg
• tamper evident: do not use if neckband on bottle cap is broken or missing
• store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
• do not refrigerate
• dosing cup provided

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Active ingredients (in each 5 mL)PurposesDextromethorphan HBr 5 mgCough suppressantGuaifenesin 100 mgExpectorantPhenylephrine HCl 2.5 mgNasal decongestant

• helps loosen phlegm (mucus) and thin bronchial secretions to rid the bronchial passageways of bothersome mucus and make coughs more productive
• temporarily relieves:
  • cough due to minor throat and bronchial irritation as may occur with the common cold or inhaled irritants
  • the intensity of coughing
  • the impulse to cough to help your child get to sleep
  • nasal congestion due to a cold
  • stuffy nose

Do not use in a child who is taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson's disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your child's prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before giving this product.

Ask a doctor before use if the child has

• heart disease
• high blood pressure
• thyroid disease
• diabetes
• cough that occurs with too much phlegm (mucus)
• persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with asthma

When using this product do not use more than directed

Stop use and ask a doctor if

• your child gets nervous, dizzy or sleepless
• symptoms do not get better within 7 days or occur with fever
• cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash, or persistent headache. These could be signs of a serious illness.

Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

• do not take more than 6 doses in any 24-hour period
• measure only with dosing cup provided
• do not use dosing cup with other products
• dose as follows or as directed by a doctor
• mL = milliliter

• each 5 mL contains: sodium 3 mg
• tamper evident: do not use if neckband on bottle cap is broken or missing
• store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
• do not refrigerate
• dosing cup provided

anhydrous citric acid, edetate disodium, FD&C Blue #1, FD&C Red #40, flavors, glycerin, propylene glycol, propyl gallate, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol, sucralose, trisodium citrate dihydrate2, xanthan gum