Cough Medicines

Dosages for cough 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.
Benylin DM Syrup 6 hours Do not use Do not use Do not use Do not use 2 tsp. 2 tsp.
Delsym Syrup 12 hours Do not use Do not use Do not use Do not use 1 tsp. 1 tsp.
Dimetapp DM 6 hours Do not use Do not use Do not use Do not use 2 tsp. 3 tsp.
Donatussin Syrup 4-6 hours Do not use Do not use Do not use Do not use 1/2 tsp. 3/4 tsp.
Robitussin DM Syrup 4 hours Do not use Do not use Do not use Do not use 1 tsp. 1 tsp.

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

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