Knowledgebase: Medication Dosing Charts

Medication dosing information for over the counter medications.

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5. Tylenol Extra Strength Tablets (500mg) - Top

Dosing Chart for Tylenol (Acetaminophen) Extra Strength Tablets (500mg) In general acetaminophen is dosed as 15mg per kilogram every 4 hours up to the maximum adult dose:

67-77 Pounds: 1 Tablets
78-88 Pounds: 1 Tablets
89-105 Pounds: 1 Tablets
106-117 Pounds: 1_1/2 Tablets
117-140 Pounds: 2 Tablets
140+ Pounds: 2 Tablets

Dosing is every 4 hours

Note: Manufacturers change their products from time to time. For this reason, always refer to the manufacturer's information
if available. - Updated: March 12, 2008

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