Tylenol dose?

kelsiandrea · October 2015

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 · October 2015

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 · October 2015

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

MouseMama817 · October 2015

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 · October 2015

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

kelsiandrea · October 2015

Thanks everyone!

prhernandez09 · October 2015

1.25ml works like a charm for the little ones

hlb8179 · October 2015

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 · October 2015

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.

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