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Listed below are some of the commonly used brands of this medication. Often stores will have their own brand, which may be less expensive. When choosing a medication, be sure to read the major ingredients carefully. Some products will contain multiple active ingredients which could lead to overdosing if you are using more than one product. If you have difficulty selecting a medication, consult your pharmacist.
Listed below is the generic, or major ingredient, name of this medication. Often stores will have their own brand, which may be less expensive. You can identify the medication by knowing the active ingredient of the medication. When choosing a medication, be sure to read the major ingredients carefully. Some products will contain multiple active ingredients which could lead to overdosing if you are using more than one product. If you have difficulty selecting a medication, consult your pharmacist.
| ACETAMINOPHEN DOSAGE (FOR FEVER AND PAIN) |
| Child's Weight More Than (pounds) | 7 | 14 | 21 | 28 | 42 | 56 | 84 | 112 | lbs |
| Total Amount (mg.) | 40 | 80 | 120 | 160 | 240 | 325 | 480 | 650 | mg |
| Drops 80 mg/Dropper | ½ | 1 | 1½ | 2 | 3 | -- | -- | -- | dropper |
| Syrup 160mg/5 ml (1 tsp) | -- | ½ | ¾ | 1 | 1½ | 2 | 2½ | 4 | tsp |
| Chewable 80 mg. tablets | -- | -- | 1½ | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5-6 | 8 | tabs |
| Chewable 160 mg. tablets | -- | -- | -- | 1 | 1½ | 2 | 3 | 4 | tabs |
| Adult 325 mg. tablets | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 1 | 1-1½ | 2 | tabs |
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