• Knowledgebase: Medication Dosing Charts

    Medication dosing information for over the counter medications.

    3. Benedryl (Diphenhydramine) Syrup - Top

    Dosing Chart for Benedryl (Diphenhydramine) Syrup (12.5mg/5ml):

    25-29 Pounds- 1 Teaspoon
    30-36 Pounds- 1 Teaspoon
    37-41 Pounds- 1 Teaspoon
    42-47 Pounds- 1 Teaspoon
    48-55 Pounds- 2 Teaspoons
    56-66 Pounds- 2 Teaspoons
    67-77 Pounds- 2 Teaspoons
    78-88 Pounds- 2-3 Teaspoons
    89-105 Pounds- 2-4 Teaspoons
    106-117 Pounds- 2-4 Teaspoons
    117-140 Pounds- 2-4 Teaspoons
    140+ Pounds- 2-4 Teaspoons

    Dosing is every 6 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, 2001

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