Cold Medicines

Dosages for cold medicines for different weights and ages

Medicine May Give Every 14-17 lbs. 6-11 mo. 18-23 lbs. 12-23 mo. 24-35 lbs. 2-3 yr. 36-47 lbs. 4-5 yr. 48-59 lbs. 6-8 yr. 60-85 lbs 9-11 yr.
Benadryl Syrup 6 hours - - 1-1/2 tsp. 1 3/4 tsp. 2 tsp. 2 tsp.
Dallergy Syrup 4-6 hours Do not use Do not use Do not use Do not use 1 tsp. 1-1/2 tsp.
Dimetapp Elixir 6 hours Do not use Do not use Do not use Do not use 2 tsp. 3 tsp.
Nyquil (purple) Syrup 4-6 hours Do not use Do not use Do not use Do not use 2 tsp. 3 tsp.
Pediacare Cough-Cold Syrup 4-6 hours Do not use Do not use Do not use Do not use 2 tsp. 2-1/2 tsp.
Sudafed Syrup 6 hours Do not use Do not use Do not use Do not use 1 tsp. 1-1/2 tsp.

Customized from Cold Medicines v0.1 7/8/2025

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