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Suspect 11 month year old baby is teeth at night, can't be sure. when and how often is it safe to give infant dose of paracetamol?

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Dr. Jason Price answered

Specializes in Pediatric Pulmonology

Every 4 hours: Paracetamol (acetaminophen in the US) can be dosed up to every 4 hours. Ibuprofen can be given up to every 6 hours. Try giving it one hour before bedtime.

Answered 8/31/2018

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