Cold Medicines

Dosages for cold medicines for different weights and ages

Medicine May Give Every 14-17 lbs. 6-11 mo. 18-23 lbs. 12-23 mo. 24-35 lbs. 2-3 yr. 36-47 lbs. 4-5 yr. 48-59 lbs. 6-8 yr. 60-85 lbs 9-11 yr.
Benadryl Syrup 6 hours - - 7.5 mL 8.75 mL 10 mL 10 mL
Dallergy Syrup 4-6 hours Do not use Do not use Do not use 2.5 mL 5 mL 7.5 mL
Dimetapp Elixir 6 hours Do not use Do not use Do not use 7.5 mL 10 mL 15 mL
Nyquil (purple) Syrup 4-6 hours Do not use Do not use Do not use 7.5 mL 10 mL 15 mL
Pediacare Cough-Cold Syrup 4-6 hours Do not use Do not use Do not use 7.5 mL 10 mL 12.5 mL
Sudafed Syrup 6 hours Do not use Do not use Do not use 3.75 mL 5 mL 7.5 mL

Customized from Cold Medicines v0.1 7/8/2025