Tylenol (acetaminophen) is used for pain and fever.
• Tylenol has no anti-inflammatory actions.
• Do not give Tylenol to a child under 3 months of age without contacting your health provider first.
• Do not give Tylenol if you do not know the weight of your child.
• Do not give more than 5 dose per day.
• Please read the labels on the box before giving your child any medicine.
• In case of an overdose, call your heath care provider immediately.
*Adapted from The Harriet Lane Handbook, 19th ed.
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