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How much infants' motrin should I give?

asked by BigDaveB (13)

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It should not be given to a baby less than three months old without a doctor's permission. For older babies or toddlers, follow the directions on the side of the box.

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You actually should not give an infant motrin to any child under the age of 6 months. 6-12 months get 1. 25 mL, 12-23 months 1. 875 mL.

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posted by jg82 (95)
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That depends on how heavy and/or old your baby is. The dosing schedule is on the box. The preferred method is using the baby's weight but if you don't know the weight, the age can be used instead.

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posted by alrac (194)
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Make sure to check with your doctor or pharmacist when giving medications. The dosage will be based on the infant's weight.

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posted by seb (198)
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Always follow the dosing instructions on the side of the motrin bottle. The directions usually go by weight as well as the age of the infant. If what you give does not seem to work call your doctor and they can tell you if you should increase the amount that is given.

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