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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By Laura Windham
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May 20, 2026
Our office will be closed for Memorial Day. However, for urgent situations, we will be open for the following urgent appointment-only clinics (for symptoms that have arisen in the last 24 hours): Saturday, May 23 rd 10:00am – 12:00pm Sunday, May 24 th 10:00am – 12:00pm Monday, May 25 th 10:00am – 12:00pm In case of a medical emergency, please call 919.967.0771 and press “1” to speak to an advice nurse.