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A member asked:

My pedi told me it is safe to give my 4 yr old benadryl (diphenhydramine) even tho it says 6 & up but i can't remember the dose, he's 40lbs how much is safe to give?

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Dr. Natalie Hodge answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

One teaspoon : One teaspoon every six hours as needed for allergies. Hope this helps.

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Answered 11/28/2017

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