Dosage Guidelines for Children's Paedamin Decongestant and Antihistamine

Dosage

The dosage for Children’s Paedamin Decongestant and Antihistamine is based on both age and weight, so you can feel confident you are giving the correct dose for your child. The dosage guidelines are clearly marked on the outer packaging and in the packaging insert.

RECOMMENDED DOSAGE 6 - 8 HOURLY AS NECESSARY

Age

Body Weight

Dose

2 - 4 yrs

12 - 16 kg

4.0 - 5.5 mL

4 - 6 yrs

16 - 20 kg

5.5 - 7.0 mL

6 - 8 yrs

20 - 23 kg

7.0 - 8.0 mL

8 - 10 yrs

23 - 28 kg

8.0 - 10 mL

10 - 12 yrs

28 - 41 kg

10 - 15 mL

 

Adults and children over 12 years - 15mL every 6 hours when necessary.

 

Do not give more than the recommended dose.

Do not administer to children less than 2 years of age.