Printable OTC Dosing Charts
Back to full chart pageUse your browser print dialog (Cmd/Ctrl + P) to print or save as PDF. Charts use standard concentrations (acetaminophen 160 mg/5 mL, ibuprofen 100 mg/5 mL). Always confirm the bottle concentration and follow labels or clinician guidance.
Acetaminophen Dosing Chart by Weight (Tylenol)
160 mg/5 mL liquid. Every 4 hours as needed, no more than 5 doses in 24 hours. Under 12 weeks: call the doctor first.
| Weight (lb) | Weight (kg) | Typical age | Dose (mL) | Dose (mg) | How often | Max in 24 h | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-11 | 3-5 | 0-3 months | 1.25 | 40 | Call the doctor first | As the doctor directs | Under 12 weeks: call the doctor before any dose; a fever at this age needs a medical check. Newborns under 1 month get fewer doses a day (no more than 4) and longer gaps. |
| 12-17 | 5-7 | 4-11 months | 2.5 | 80 | every 4 h as needed | 5 doses (400 mg) in 24 h | Under 12 weeks: call the doctor first, even at this weight. Under 2 years: US label says ask a doctor. |
| 18-23 | 8-10 | 12-23 months | 3.75 | 120 | every 4 h as needed | 5 doses (600 mg) in 24 h | Under 2 years: US label says ask a doctor. |
| 24-35 | 11-15 | 2-3 years | 5 | 160 | every 4 h as needed | 5 doses (800 mg) in 24 h | Or 1 chewable (160 mg). |
| 36-47 | 16-21 | 4-5 years | 7.5 | 240 | every 4 h as needed | 5 doses (1,200 mg) in 24 h | Or 1½ chewables (160 mg each). |
| 48-59 | 22-26 | 6-8 years | 10 | 320 | every 4 h as needed | 5 doses (1,600 mg) in 24 h | Or 2 chewables (160 mg each). |
| 60-71 | 27-32 | 9-10 years | 12.5 | 400 | every 4 h as needed | 5 doses (2,000 mg) in 24 h | Or 2½ chewables (160 mg each). |
| 72-95 | 33-43 | 11 years | 15 | 480 | every 4 h as needed | 5 doses (2,400 mg) in 24 h | Or 3 chewables (160 mg each). |
| 96+ | 44+ | 12 years and older | 2 × 325 mg tablets | 650 | every 4 h as needed | 5 doses (3,250 mg) in 24 h | Use adult tablets: 2 × 325 mg (650 mg). Extra strength (2 × 500 mg) only every 6 h, no more than 6 tablets in 24 h. |
Ibuprofen Dosing Chart by Weight (Motrin)
100 mg/5 mL liquid. Every 6-8 hours as needed, no more than 4 doses in 24 hours. Not under 6 months unless a doctor directs. Infant drops (50 mg/1.25 mL) are 2 times stronger.
| Weight (lb) | Weight (kg) | Typical age | Dose (mL) | Dose (mg) | How often | Max in 24 h | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0-11 | up to 5 | 0-5 months | Ask your doctor | — | — | — | Under 6 months: do not give unless a doctor directs. |
| 12-17 | 6-7 | 6-11 months | 2.5 | 50 | every 6-8 h as needed | 4 doses (200 mg) in 24 h | Not under 6 months, even at this weight. Infants' drops (50 mg/1.25 mL) are 2 times stronger: 1.25 mL of drops. Infants' drops are labeled for 6-23 months; the children's liquid label says ask a doctor under 2 years. |
| 18-23 | 8-10 | 12-23 months | 4 | 80 | every 6-8 h as needed | 4 doses (320 mg) in 24 h | Infants' drops (50 mg/1.25 mL) are stronger: 1.875 mL of drops (75 mg). The children's liquid label says ask a doctor under 2 years. |
| 24-35 | 11-15 | 2-3 years | 5 | 100 | every 6-8 h as needed | 4 doses (400 mg) in 24 h | Or 1 chewable (100 mg). |
| 36-47 | 16-21 | 4-5 years | 7.5 | 150 | every 6-8 h as needed | 4 doses (600 mg) in 24 h | Or 1½ chewables (100 mg each). |
| 48-59 | 22-26 | 6-8 years | 10 | 200 | every 6-8 h as needed | 4 doses (800 mg) in 24 h | Or 2 chewables (100 mg each) or 1 adult 200 mg tablet. |
| 60-71 | 27-32 | 9-10 years | 12.5 | 250 | every 6-8 h as needed | 4 doses (1,000 mg) in 24 h | Or 2½ chewables (100 mg each). |
| 72-95 | 33-43 | 11 years | 15 | 300 | every 6-8 h as needed | 4 doses (1,200 mg) in 24 h | Or 3 chewables (100 mg each). |
| 96+ | 44+ | 12 years and older | 20 | 400 | every 6-8 h as needed | 3 doses (1,200 mg) in 24 h | Or 2 adult 200 mg tablets. Over-the-counter maximum 1,200 mg in 24 hours. |
Printable Allergy Medication Charts
Printable diphenhydramine (Benadryl), cetirizine (Zyrtec), loratadine (Claritin), and fexofenadine (Allegra) charts are available on their dedicated print pages.
Doses follow the AAP HealthyChildren dosing tables; mL is for the liquid concentration shown. If a weight falls between rows, use the lower dose. Charts do not replace labels or clinician guidance. For infants under 12 weeks, call the doctor before any dose. Avoid ibuprofen under 6 months unless directed. For older children/teens, tablets or chewables may be easier than large liquid volumes—confirm the tablet strength on the label.