Fever Medications
ACETAMINOPHEN DOSAGE
Please note: One dose lasts 4 hours. Do not give >5 doses in 24 hours.
IBUPROFEN DOSAGE
Please Note: One dose lasts 6-8 hours. Not to be used under 6 months.
- Milliliter is abbreviated as mL; 5mL equals one teaspoon (tsp).
- Don’t use household teaspoons, which can vary in size.
- Aspirin should not be used in children to treat fever or pain.