CONFIDENTLY and CORRECTLY dose ibuprofen and acetaminophen with the
BabiesRx
Dosing Guide
Access the same optimized dosing strategy for ibuprofen and acetaminophen
that I use for my own children
Weight-based ONLY: Ibuprofen and acetaminophen doses should be determined by weight, not age. That's why this chart only includes weight. No more guessing if you should give the dose for age or weight.
Narrower weight categories: This dosing guide uses smaller weight categories than traditional labels so your baby will get an optimized dose.
Developed by a pediatric pharmacist: As a pharmacist, I've spent years helping parents understand medications. This guide is based on my experience and expertise, so you can be confident that it's accurate.
IS YOUR BABY ON THE HIGH OR LOW END OF THE GROWTH CURVE?
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ARE YOU CONFUSED ABOUT WHETHER YOU SHOULD GIVE THE DOSE FOR AGE OR WEIGHT?
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IS IT THE MIDDLE OF THE NIGHT AND YOU'RE NOT SURE WHAT TO DO?
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IS YOUR BABY YOUNGER THAN 24 MONTHS OLD AND THE LABEL SAYS "ASK A DOCTOR IF YOUR CHILD IS YOUNGER THAN 2 YEARS OLD*?
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If you answered YES to any of these questions, this guide is for you!
With the BabiesRx dosing guide, you KNOW that you are giving the right dose to your child.
Hi there! I'm Marilyn,
Pediatric Pharmacist and Mom of 5.
I've worked for over 11 years at some of the best hospitals in the US, including 5 years at Boston Children's Hospital, managing medications for hundreds of children, from 380 gram NICU babies to 80 lb 3 year olds (yes, really!)
One question I am often asked by friends, family, and my patients' parents is:
"What dose of ibuprofen or acetaminophen should I give my baby?"
So many parents are confused about this.
That's why I've created this digital resource for YOU!
It is exactly what I use for my own children!
(Well, not exactly. This one is a lot prettier than what I've used for years)
When your child is sick and you're already stressed, you shouldn't have to also worry about whether or not you're giving the right dose of a medication to your little one.
This simple guide will give you a straightforward and optimized dose for YOUR baby.
No more confusion or hesitation.
The recommendations are based on peer reviewed research so you can be assured you are using the right dose, every time!
"Your chart came in handy last night. My 4 month old has a terrible cold!"
-Cassie
FAQs
IS THIS DOSING CHART JUST FOR BABIES?
This guide was designed for infants younger than 2 years old. However, it includes dosing for children who weigh between 7-40 lbs. Since age doesn't matter when it comes to dosing, this guide can be used for ANY child up to 40 lbs.
Some children weigh 40 lbs before they turn 2 and some doesn't weigh 40 lbs until they are well into elementary school!
WHY CAN'T I JUST USE THE LABEL ON THE BOTTLE OR THE FREE CHART I FOUND ONLINE?
You can! The recommended doses on these charts are safe.
As a pharmacist (and mom), I don't use them because they really aren't optimized for each baby. The doses are broken up into big weight categories.
For example, 12-17 lb babies all get the same dose, but a 17 lb baby is almost 150% bigger than a 12 lb baby. So 17 lb baby ends up significantly underdosed.
Studies show that the efficacy of these medications depends on the dose. Optimizing the dose will optimize the benefit.
DO I NEED TO GIVE MY BABY MEDICINE WHEN THEY HAVE A FEVER?
You do not need to reduce a baby's fever. A fever won't hurt them. It is a natural immune response to infection. There is no evidence that reducing a fever with medication will lengthen a child's illness. But there is evidence that medication will improve overall comfort.
The GOAL of giving ibuprofen or acetaminophen to a child when they are sick is to improve their comfort level.
I give my children ibuprofen or acetaminophen when they seem miserable, when they don't want to drink because they feel poorly (helps to avoid dehydration), and when they are having trouble sleeping because of their illness. For me, the benefit outweighs the risk.
CAN I USE THIS GUIDE IF I DON'T KNOW HOW MUCH MY BABY WEIGHS?
For accurate dosing you need to know your baby's weight.
If you can't remember how much your baby weighed at their last appointment, try weighing them at home using a regular scale. If baby cannot stand yet, weigh yourself while holding them, then weight yourself alone - the difference is their weight.
I recommend writing down your child's weight directly on the chart or keeping a note on your phone.
DO I NEED ORAL SYRINGES?
Yes, you should always measure and give doses with a syringe!
The doses on the BabiesRx guide don't follow the markings found on dosing cups.
You can usually find syringes at a pharmacy, or you can order them in bulk on Amazon. (Here are my affiliate links to 5 mL and 10 mL syringes. I know it is a big box - they make great bath toys!)
Yes! I want to make sure I'm doing this right!
Contact me at Marilyn.Tobler@BabiesRxApp.com with any questions.