For babies
Age | Weight | Dose |
---|---|---|
1 – 3 months | 4 – 6kg | 1.2 – 1.8mL |
3 – 6 months | 6 – 8kg | 1.8 – 2.4mL |
6 – 12 months | 8 – 10kg | 2.4 – 3.0mL |
1 – 2 years | 10 – 12kg | 3.0 – 3.6mL |
Recommended dosages are based on 15mg of paracetamol per kg in body weight.
For kids
Age | Average weight | Dose |
---|---|---|
2 – 3 years | 12 – 14kg | 3.5 – 4.0mL |
3 – 4 years | 14 – 16kg | 4.0 – 5.0mL |
4 – 5 years | 16 – 18kg | 5.0 – 5.5mL |
5 – 6 years | 18 – 20kg | 5.5 – 6.0mL |
6 – 7 years | 20 – 22kg | 6.0 – 6.5mL |
7 – 8 years | 22 – 25kg | 6.5 – 7.5mL |
8 – 9 years | 25 – 28kg | 7.5 – 8.5mL |
9 – 10 years | 28 – 32kg | 8.5 – 9.5mL |
10 – 11 years | 32 – 36kg | 9.5 – 11.0mL |
11 – 12 years | 36 – 41kg | 11.0 – 12.5mL |
Recommended dosages are based on 15mg of paracetamol per kg in body weight.
Helpful tips:
- Always follow the dosing guidelines appropriate for your child’s age and weight as listed on the pack
- Make sure you shake the bottle before use and wash the syringe after each use
- You can mix Dymadon® with water or fruit juice if necessary
- Dymadon® can be taken every 4-6 hours as required. Do not take more than 4 doses in any 24 hour period.
- Do not use for longer than 48 hours unless on the advice of a doctor
- Do not give Dymadon® to your child with other products containing paracetamol
- For the temporary relief of pain and fever only
Ask for Dymadon® by name at your pharmacy.
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