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My child has a fever he is 5 months he weighs 15 to 16 lbs can i give him tylenol (acetaminophen) for infant & how much can i give him?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Tylenol (acetaminophen) 160mg: You can give your child 2.5 ml every four hours for temp over101 degrees.

Answered 4/28/2014

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