How2 Calculate Paracetamol Dosage for Children

It is very important you administer the correct dosage for infants and children for any medication. Correct dose should be given every 4 to 6 hours as required with not more than 4 doses in 24 hours.

Paracetamol liquid for children is available in two strengths :

120mg/5mls and 250mg/5mls. See the prescription or medication label for confirmation. To avoid the danger of accidental overdose - which can be serious in children - it is advisable to use lower dose of Paracetamol 120 mg/5mls.

Formula

If you want to calculate the correct dosage for your child's weight, use this formula:

(15 x child's weight) / 120 x 5 (for 120mg/5ml strength Paracetamol) .. OR

(15 x child's weight) / 250 x 5 (for 250mg/5ml strength Paracetamol)

Paracetamol Dosage chart if using 120mg/5ml :

Weight (kgs)    Dose (ml)
4                    2.5
5                    3.0
6-7                 4
8-9                 5
10-11              6
12-13              7
14-15              8
16-17              9
18-19             10

! Please keep Paracetamol and out medications out of reach of children.



Also See:
How2 Deal with Coughs and Colds
How2 Relieve Chest Congestion
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