Check out the Healthy Children's Symptom Checker at HealthyChildren.org.
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Pain Relievers: How Much To Give?
ACETAMINOPHEN (Tylenol or other brand)
Give every 4 to 6 hours, as needed. Do not give more than 4 doses in 24 hours (unless directed by your healthcare provider).
Reference: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-home/medication-safety/Pages/Acetaminophen-for-fever-and-pain.aspx
IBUPROFEN (Advil, Motrin, or other brand)
Give every 6 to 8 hours, as needed. Do not give more than 4 doses in 24 hours (unless directed by your healthcare provider).
Reference: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-home/medication-safety/Pages/Ibuprofen-for-fever-and-pain.aspx
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