Tylenol dose?

kelsiandrea

I'm taking my baby for her first shots Monday, and my neighbor recommended giving her Tylenol before we get there to prevent a fever from developing. I bought the infant Tylenol but it says under 6 months or 24 lbs to ask a doctor. I know tons of people do this, so my question is has anyone else done this, and what dose do you give to your babies? Thanks!

AshleyM0125

My doctor asked that we didn't give Tylenol before the shots. It could hide a reaction. Call your doctor to see what they recommend though.

leanne69

My MD said 1/3 of a tsp. My LO was 12 lbs. and I only gave it to him after the shots.

MouseMama817

My little girl is 10lbs and pediatrician recommended 1.25ml. I gave her this amount after her shots and she returned to being my happy baby after she'd had quite a crying fit.

mrsb30

It's all based on weight, you'll need to check with your pedi

kelsiandrea

Thanks everyone!

prhernandez09

1.25ml works like a charm for the little ones

hlb8179

Same as pp, my md said not to give it before because they need to know if there's a fever beforehand. But he calculated her dose for after shots based on her weight.

deviduke412

Yes, it goes by weight at this age. My lo is 11 lb 9 oz and I was told to give him 2 ml if needed after shots. I would never give it before shots Bc I don't want to give him unnecessary medicines unless they're absolutely needed.