| How to safely use acetaminophen or ibuprofen tablets by mouth for children | 4088.00000000000 | How to safely use acetaminophen or ibuprofen tablets by mouth for children | How to safely use acetaminophen or ibuprofen tablets by mouth for children | H | English | Pharmacy | Child (0-12 years);Teen (13-18 years) | NA | NA | Drug treatment | Adult (19+)
Caregivers | NA | | 2022-11-21T05:00:00Z | | | | | | 9.40000000000000 | 54.2000000000000 | 652.000000000000 | | Flat Content | Health A-Z | <p>If your child needs acetaminophen or ibuprofen for fever or pain relief, your health-care provider can help you choose the right product for them.</p> | <p class="hidden-print">Download a 2-page PDF of
<a href="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/How_to_use_acetaminophen_or_Ibuprofen_tablets.pdf" class="hidden-print">How to safely use acetaminophen or ibuprofen tablets by mouth for children</a>.</p><p>Depending on the medication, options may include chewable tablets, non-chewable tablets, powder packs and suppositories.</p><p>All product forms (e.g., different strengths of liquid, different strengths of tablets) may be safely used in different age groups. Your health-care provider can advise you on the proper dosing according to your child’s weight.</p> | | | <p>Your child’s dose may not be exactly equal to a whole tablet. In this case, the tablets can be cut into halves or quarters to make up a dose that is safe for your child according to their weight.</p><p>Extended-release tablets should not be cut or crushed. Examples of these include acetaminophen tablets that are given every 8 hours (e.g., Tylenol Arthritis®) or ibuprofen products that are given every 12 hours (e.g., Advil 12-hour®).</p><p>Non-chewable tablets come in different strengths. Pay close attention to the strength and use the tables on the next page to find out how much to give to your child.</p><div class="pdf-page-break"><h2>Acetaminophen (e.g., Tylenol®):</h2><p>Give each dose every 4 to 6 hours as needed, up to a maximum of 5 doses per day.</p></div><table class="akh-table pill-Table"><thead><tr><th colspan="2">Weight range</th><th colspan="2">Regular strength (325 mg) tablets</th><th colspan="2">Extra strength (500 mg) tablets</th></tr><tr><th>kg</th><th>lb</th><th>Dose</th><th>Number of tablets</th><th>Dose</th><th>Number of tablets</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Under 6</td><td>Under 13</td><td colspan="2">Use liquid</td><td colspan="2">Use liquid</td></tr><tr><td>6 to 10.9</td><td>13 to 23.9</td><td>80 mg</td><td>¼ tablet
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<img alt="One quarter of a tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-1-4.svg" /> </figure></td><td colspan="2">Use liquid</td></tr><tr><td>11 to 15.9</td><td>24 to 34.9</td><td>160 mg</td><td>½ tablet
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<img alt="One half of a tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-1-2.svg" /> </figure> </td><td colspan="2">Use liquid</td></tr><tr><td>16 to 21.9</td><td>35 to 47.9</td><td>240 mg</td><td>¾ tablet
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<img alt="Three quarters of a tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-3-4.svg" /> </figure> </td><td>250 mg</td><td>½ tablet
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<img alt="One half of a tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-1-2.svg" /> </figure> </td></tr><tr><td>22 to 31.9</td><td>48 to 69.9</td><td>325 mg</td><td>1 tablet
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<img alt="One whole tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-1.svg" /> </figure> </td><td colspan="2"></td></tr><tr><td>32 to 48</td><td>70 to 106</td><td>480 mg</td><td>1½ tablets
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<img alt="One whole tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-1.svg" /> </figure><figure><img alt="One half of a tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-1-2.svg" /> </figure> </td><td>500 mg</td><td>1 tablet
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<img alt="One whole tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-1.svg" /> </figure> </td></tr><tr><td>Over 48</td><td>Over 106</td><td>650 mg</td><td>2 tablets
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<img alt="One whole tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-1.svg" /> </figure><figure><img alt="One whole tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-1.svg" /> </figure> </td><td colspan="2">Follow the manufacturer’s label</td></tr></tbody></table><div class="pdf-page-break"><h2>Ibuprofen (e.g., Advil® or Motrin®):</h2><p>Give each dose every 6 to 8 hours as needed, up to a maximum of 4 doses per day.</p></div>
<table class="akh-table pill-Table"><thead><tr><th colspan="2">Weight range</th><th colspan="2">Regular strength (200 mg) tablets</th><th colspan="2">Extra strength (400 mg) tablets</th></tr><tr><th>kg</th><th>lb</th><th>Dose</th><th>Number of tablets</th><th>Dose</th><th>Number of tablets</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>Under 5</td><td>Under 11</td><td colspan="2">Use liquid</td><td colspan="2">Use liquid</td></tr><tr><td>5 to 9.9<br></td><td>11 to 21.9</td><td>50 mg</td><td>¼ tablet
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<img alt="One quarter of a tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-1-4.svg" /> </figure> </td><td colspan="2">Use liquid</td></tr><tr><td>10 to 15.9</td><td>22 to 34.9</td><td>100 mg</td><td>½ tablet
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<img alt="One half of a tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-1-2.svg" /> </figure> </td><td>100 mg</td><td>¼ tablet
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<img alt="One quarter of a tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-1-4.svg" /> </figure> </td></tr><tr><td>16 to 21.9</td><td>35 to 47.9</td><td>150 mg</td><td>¾ tablet
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<img alt="Three quarters of a tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-3-4.svg" /> </figure> </td><td colspan="2"></td></tr><tr><td>22 to 31.9</td><td>48 to 69.9</td><td>200 mg</td><td>1 tablet
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<img alt="One whole tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-1.svg" /> </figure> </td><td>200 mg</td><td>½ tablet
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<img alt="One half of a tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-1-2.svg" /> </figure> </td></tr><tr><td>32 to 48</td><td>70 to 106</td><td>300 mg</td><td>1½ tablet
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<img alt="One whole tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-1.svg" /> </figure><figure><img alt="One half of a tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-1-2.svg" /> </figure> </td><td>300 mg</td><td>¾ tablet
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<img alt="Three quarters of a tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-3-4.svg" /> </figure> </td></tr><tr><td>Over 48</td><td>Over 106</td><td>400 mg</td><td>2 tablets
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<img alt="One whole tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-1.svg" /> </figure><figure><img alt="One whole tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-1.svg" /> </figure> </td><td>400 mg</td><td>1 tablet
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<img alt="One whole tablet" src="https://assets.aboutkidshealth.ca/AKHAssets/Tablet-1.svg" /> </figure> </td></tr></tbody></table><h2>Using a tablet splitter or crusher</h2><p>A tablet splitter or crusher may be purchased from your local pharmacy.</p><p>Crushing or splitting the tablets does not change the effectiveness of the medicine.</p><p>If the tablets are being taken by mouth:</p><ol><li>If needed, cut the tablet to make up a dose for your child.</li><li>The dose may then be crushed with a pill crusher.</li><li>The resulting powder can be mixed with 1 or 2 teaspoons of water, milk, or other soft food (such as applesauce or yogurt) to give to your child.</li></ol><h2>Overdose information</h2><p>Keep medications out of your child's sight and reach and locked up in a safe place. If you live in Ontario and your child takes too much medication, call the Ontario Poison Centre at one of these numbers.</p><ul><li>Call 416-813-5900 if you live in Toronto.</li><li>Call 1-800-268-9017 if you live somewhere else in Ontario.</li></ul><p>If you live outside of Ontario, call your local Poison Information Centre.</p>
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<strong>Disclaimer:</strong> The information in this sheet is accurate at the time of printing. It provides a summary of information and does not contain all possible information about the medications named on the sheet. If you have any questions or want more information, speak to your health-care provider.</p> | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | tablets | | | | | | How to safely use acetaminophen or ibuprofen tablets by mouth for children | | False | | | | | | | | |
