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my baby weight is 8.9kg..what should be the paracetamol dosage.. his corrected age is 13 months..
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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy1 Year agoA. The typical dosage of paracetamol (acetaminophen) for children is based on their weight. For a baby weighing 8.9 kg, the recommended dosage is generally 10-15 mg per kg of body weight per dose, given every 4-6 hours as needed, with no more than 5 doses in 24 hours.
Here's a calculation for your baby's weight:
- **Minimum dose**: 8.9 kg × 10 mg/kg = 89 mg
- **Maximum dose**: 8.9 kg × 15 mg/kg = 133.5 mg
Paracetamol liquid formulations for infants often come in concentrations of 120 mg/5 ml (24 mg/ml). Based on this concentration:
- **Minimum dose**: 89 mg ≈ 3.7 ml (89 mg ÷ 24 mg/ml)
- **Maximum dose**: 133.5 mg ≈ 5.6 ml (133.5 mg ÷ 24 mg/ml)
Therefore, you can administer between approximately 3.7 ml to 5.6 ml of the liquid paracetamol to your baby per dose.
**Important**: Always consult with your pediatrician before giving any medication to ensure the correct dosage and to verify that it's appropriate for your baby's specific health condition.
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