Jul 9, 2011
New Concentration of Infants' Acetaminophen (Tylenol) Drops
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Manufacturers are changing the amount (concentration) of Acetaminophen (Tylenol®) in medicines for infants, like Infant's Tylenol® Drops. These new concentrations will have different dosing directions. During the transition, you may find both concentrations on store shelves and in your home. Here is the difference:
The old concentration of infants' acetaminophen drops: 80mg/0.8mL (100mg/mL)
The NEW concentration of infants' acetaminophen drops: 160mg/5mL (32mg/mL)
So as you can tell, the new concentration is not as "concentrated" as the old formula. The old concentration of infants' acetaminophen drops was 3x more concentrated than the new concentration of infants' acetaminophen drops. Always read and follow the label on all medicines very carefully. Please double check all dosing before giving any medicine to your child. If you have questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
The old concentration of infants' acetaminophen drops: 80mg/0.8mL (100mg/mL)
The NEW concentration of infants' acetaminophen drops: 160mg/5mL (32mg/mL)
So as you can tell, the new concentration is not as "concentrated" as the old formula. The old concentration of infants' acetaminophen drops was 3x more concentrated than the new concentration of infants' acetaminophen drops. Always read and follow the label on all medicines very carefully. Please double check all dosing before giving any medicine to your child. If you have questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
