Benadryl (Diphenhydramine)
Age range: 6 years and older for nasal allergies
Can be used in younger children at the discretion of the provider
Use: allergic reactions, nasal allergies, and hives
Frequency: every 6 hours as needed
It is dosed based on weight, see below for appropriate dosing. If you have questions, just give us a call!
Remember, dosing syringes are more accurate than other methods of measurement.
Child 's Weight | Liquid | Chewable 12.5 mg | Tablets | Capsules 25mg |
---|---|---|---|---|
20-24 lbs | 4 mL | ---- | ---- | ---- |
25-37 lbs | 5 mL | 1 tab | 0.5 tab | ---- |
38-49 lbs | 7.5 mL | 1.5 tabs | 0.5 tab | ---- |
50-99 lbs | 10 mL | 2 tabs | 1 tab | 1 cap |
100+ lbs | ---- | 4 tabs | 2 tabs | 2 caps |