When it comes to reducing fever or relieving pain in children, TYLENOL® is the brand recommended most by pediatricians. Childrens TYLENOL® works differently than other pain and fever medicines. Childrens TYLENOL® contains acetaminophen and is gentle on little stomachs. It also comes in a variety of kid-friendly flavors.
For Children ages 2 to 11 years
Active ingredient
Acetaminophen 160 mg in each 5 mL
Purpose
Pain reliever/fever reducer
Inactive ingredients
Cherry
anhydrous citric acid, FD&C red no. 40, flavors, glycerin, high fructose corn syrup, microcrystalline cellulose and carboxymethylcellulose sodium, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution, sucralose, xanthan gum
or
anhydrous citric acid, butylparaben, FD&C red no. 40, flavors, glycerin, high fructose corn syrup, microcrystalline cellulose and carboxymethylcellulose sodium, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol solution, sucralose, xanthan gum
Uses
temporarily:
reduces fever
relieves minor aches and pains due to:
the common cold
flu
headache
sore throat
Warnings
Liver warning: This product contains acetaminophen. Severe liver damage may occur if your child takes
more than 5 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
with other drugs containing acetaminophen
Allergy alert: acetaminophen may cause severe skin reactions. Symptoms may include:
skin reddening
blisters
rash
If a skin reaction occurs, stop use and seek medical help right away.
Sore throat warning: if sore throat is severe, persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor promptly.
Do not use
with any other drug containing acetaminophen (prescription or nonprescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains acetaminophen, ask a doctor or pharmacist.
if your child is allergic to acetaminophen or any of the inactive ingredients in this product
Ask a doctor before use if your child has liver disease
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if your child is taking the blood thinning drug warfarin
When using this product, do not exceed recommended dose (see overdose warning)
Stop use and ask a doctor if
pain gets worse or lasts more than 5 days
fever gets worse or lasts more than 3 days
new symptoms occur
redness or swelling is present
These could be signs of a serious condition.
Keep out of reach of children.
Overdose warning: In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222) Quick medical attention is critical for adults as well as for children even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
this product does not contain directions or complete warnings for adult use.
do not take more than directed (see overdose warning)
shake well before using
mL = milliliter
find the right dose on the chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.
remove the child protective cap and squeeze your childs dose into the dosing cup
repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms last
do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours
Weight (lb)
Age (yr)
Dose (mL)*
under 24
under 2
ask a doctor
24-35
2-3 years
5 mL
36-47
4-5 years
7.5 mL
48-59
6-8 years
10 mL
60-71
9-10 years
12.5 mL
72-95
11 years
15 mL
*or as directed by a doctor
Attention: use only enclosed dosing cup specifically designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device.
