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Infants' TYLENOL® Fever From Colds or Flu

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  • Overview & Dosage
  • Ingredients
  • Caution
  • FAQs
Infants' TYLENOL® Fever From Colds or Flu

*Use only as directed

Infants' TYLENOL® Fever From Colds or Flu. Trusted Relief of TYLENOL® for your Infant’s Fever and Pain due to Colds or Flu

When your infant is sick, all you want to do is make them feel better by providing them with effective relief of their fever and pain. You just want them to be able to get back to normal.

Try Infants’ TYLENOL® Fever From Colds or Flu drops. For over fifty years, parents and doctors have placed their trust in TYLENOL® for fast, effective relief of fever and pain due to colds or flu.

Infants’ TYLENOL® Fever From Colds or Flu drops are dye free for children who may be sensitive or allergic to dyes. “Dye Free” also means “Stain Free,” so an accidental spill won’t ruin the bedding, your baby’s new outfit, or your furniture.

Infants 0-23 months (up to 23 lbs)

For effective relief of:

  • Fever
  • Aches and pains

Due to colds or flu.

Dye Free White Grape Drops

format: Liquid

Use our Children’s Dosage Calculator to determine the right dose for your child.

My child is under 6 years of age and has a cough or cold. What can I give them?

Children under 6 years old can be given single-ingredient pain relievers and fever reducers such as Infants’ and Children’s TYLENOL®. However, they should not be given non-prescription cough and cold medicines. Click here for detailed information.

Dosage

Use our’s Children's Dosage Calculator to determine the right dose for your child.

Dosage Quick Reference Guide

  • If possible, use weight to determine your child’s dose, otherwise use age. Find the right dose on the chart.
  • SHAKE WELL BEFORE USE.
  • Dose with dropper only.
  • Single dose may be repeated every 4 to 6 hours as needed.
  • Do not exceed 5 doses of acetaminophen per day
  • Infants’ TYLENOL® Fever From Colds or Flu Drops are not the same concentration as Children’s TYLENOL® Fever From Colds or Flu Liquids.
Single Oral Dose
Weight Age mL
Lbs Kg
Under 12 Under 5.5 0–3 months Talk to a doctor
12–17 5.5–7.9 4–11 months 1
18–23 8.0–10.9 12–23 months 1.5
 

Medicinal Ingredients

Each 1 mL contains:

  • Pain reliever/Fever Reducer: acetaminophen, 80mg

Non-Medicinal Ingredients (alphabetical):

butylparaben, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, cellulose, citric acid, corn syrup, flavour, glycerin, propylene glycol, purified water, sodium benzoate, sorbitol, xanthan gum.

Caution

Keep out of the reach of children. Do not use with other drugs containing acetaminophen. Do not take more than the maximum daily dose. Overdose may result in severe or possibly fatal liver damage. Consult a doctor if symptoms last for more than 5 days, fever lasts more than 3 days or allergic reactions such as wheezing, rash or itching develop.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if your child:

  • Has a serious kidney or liver disease
  • Uses any other medications including natural health products, prescription drugs, salicylates or other pain and fever relief medications

Do not use this product if allergic to acetaminophen.

In case of overdose, call a Poison Control Centre or doctor immediately, even if you do not notice any possible signs or symptoms such as increased sweating, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, and loss of appetite.

WARNING: Do not use if carton is open or if printed bottle neck band or inner foil seal is broken. Dropper assembly not child resistant.

Store at room temperature, 15 - 30°C (59 - 86°F)

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if I think my child has taken more than the recommended dose of TYLENOL®?

If you, your child, or someone you know, has taken more than the recommended dose of TYLENOL®, call a Poison Control Centre or a doctor immediately even if you do not notice any possible signs or symptoms such as increased sweating, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain and loss of appetite. An accidental overdose of a TYLENOL® product, or any other medication, can be very serious.

What happens if Infants’ and Children’s TYLENOL® liquid products are accidentally frozen?

All TYLENOL® liquid products have undergone extensive evaluations which have shown that freezing does not affect their quality and effectiveness. If you accidentally forgot your Infants’ or Children's TYLENOL® product in the car on a cold winter night, don't worry. Allow the medication to thaw at room temperature, and shake it well before you use it. Store the medication at room temperature.

Should Infants’ and Children’s TYLENOL® liquid products be stored in the fridge?

No. Infants’ and Children’s TYLENOL® products are stable at room temperature (15-30°C or 59-86°F). We recommend that all TYLENOL® products be stored safely in a medicine cabinet or cupboard rather than in a refrigerator.

What symptoms do Infants’ and Children’s TYLENOL® Fever from Colds & Flu products relieve?

Infants’ and Children’s TYLENOL® Fever from Colds & Flu contains acetaminophen, which provides relief from fever and aches and pains caused by a cold or flu. It does not treat any other cough or cold symptoms.

What is the benefit of using a Dye Free Infants’ and Children’s TYLENOL® product?

Infants’ and Children’s TYLENOL® Dye Free products are an option for parents whose children may be sensitive or allergic to dyes. Also, ‘Dye Free’ means ’Stain Free’, so an accidental spill won’t ruin the bedding, your child’s new outfit or your furniture.



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