Wondering how much acetaminophen is safe for your child? Find out with our helpful chart.
Children’s Acetaminophen Dosage Chart (Tylenol® OR Tempra®)
| Age | Drops 0.8 ml droppers | Elixer 160 mg/ 5 ml | Chewables 80 mg tabs | Jr. Tabs 160 mg tabs | Adult 325 mg tabs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4-11 mos. 12-17 lbs. | 1 dropper | ½ tsp | 1 tab | ||
| 12-23 mos. 18-23 lbs. | 1 ½ dropper | ¾ tsp | 1 ½ tab | ||
| 2-3 yrs. 24-35 lbs. | 2 droppers | 1 tsp | 2 tabs | ||
| 4-5 yrs. 36-47 lbs. | 1 ½ tsp | 3 tabs | |||
| 6-8 yrs. 48-59 lbs. | 2 tsp | 4 tabs | 2 tabs | 1 tab | |
| 9-10 yrs. 60-71 lbs. | 2 1½ tsp | 5 tabs | 2 ½ tabs | 1 tab | |
| 11 yrs. 72-95 lbs. | 3 tsp | 6 tabs | 3 tabs | 1 ½ tab | |
| 12 yrs + 96 lbs. + | 4 tabs | 2 tabs |
