| Liquid 12.5mg/ 1 teaspoon (tsp) |
¾ |
1 |
1½ |
2 |
-- |
tsp |
| Liquid 12.5 mg/ 5 mililiters (ml) |
4 |
5 |
7.5 |
10 |
-- |
ml |
| Chewable 12.5 mg |
-- |
1 |
1½ |
2 |
4 |
tablets |
| Tablets 25 mg |
-- |
½ |
½ |
1 |
2 |
tablets |
| Capsules 25 mg |
-- |
-- |
-- |
1 |
2 |
caps |
Indications: Treatment of allergic reactions, nasal allergies, hives and itching.
Table Notes:
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AGE LIMITS: For allergies, don't use under 1 year of age (Reason: it's a sedative). For colds, not recommended at any age (Reason: no proven benefits) and should be avoided if under 4 years old. Avoid multi-ingredient products in children under 6 years of age (Reason: FDA recommendations 10/2008).
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DOSAGE: Determine by finding child's weight in the top row of the dosage table
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MEASURING the DOSAGE: Syringes and droppers are more accurate than teaspoons. If possible, use the syringe or dropper that comes with the medication. If you use a teaspoon, it should be a measuring spoon. Regular spoons are not reliable. Also, remember that 1 level teaspoon equals 5 ml and that ½ teaspoon equals 2.5 ml.
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FREQUENCY: Repeat every 6 hours as needed
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ADULT DOSAGE: 50 mg
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CHILDREN’S BENADRYL FASTMELTS: Each fastmelt tablet contains the equivalent of 12.5 mg of Diphenhydramine HCL and dosed the same as chewable tablets
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Copyright: Copyright 1994-2012 Barton D. Schmitt, M.D.
Author and Senior Reviewer: Barton D. Schmitt, M.D.
Last Revised: 8/16/2011
Content Set: Pediatric HouseCalls Symptom Checker
Version Year: 2012
