Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Dosing Revised Standards in Suspension (160 mg/5 ml)

Usual dosage: Dose may be repeated 4-5 times daily. Do not exceed 5 doses in 24 hours.

Visual Chart with pictures to explain syringe and cup use.

Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Dosing Revised Standards in Suspension (160 mg/5 ml)
6-11 (lbs)          or 0-3 (months) =           40 mg =        1/4 tsp =      1.25 ml
12-17 (lbs)        or  4-11 (months) =        80 mg =        1/2 tsp =      2.5 ml
18-23 (lbs)       or 12-18 (months) =       120 mg =      3/4 tsp =     3.75 ml
24-35 (lbs)      or 24-36 (months) =      160 mg =      1 tsp =          5 ml
36-47 (lbs)     or 4-5 years =                    240 mg =      1 1/2 tsp =   7.5 ml
48-59 (lbs)     or 6-8 years =                   320 mg =      2 tsp =          10 ml
60-71 (lbs)      or 9-10 years =                 400 mg =      2 1/2 tsp = 12.5 ml
72-92 (lbs)     or 11 years =                        480 mg =      3 tsp =        15 ml
Weights above 92 pounds follow adult dosing guides on packaging
 

You can give Tylenol (Acetaminophen)  without hesitation with any illness or medication.

Reviewed 5/2/2024