Paracetamol 240 mg/5 mL Dosage Calculator

Paracetamol 240 mg/5 mL Dosage Calculator (Brand Name: Tylenol; Tempra; Panadol; Paracetamol)

Patient's Weight:

Patient Age Group:

Paracetamol 240 mg / 5 mL

Doses expressed in terms of Paracetamol

10 to 15 mg/kg/dose po every 4 to 6 hours prn (Max: 5 doses per day)

How to Calculate Paracetamol 240 mg/5 mL Dose

This calculator determines the Paracetamol dose for treating pain and fever, using a concentration of Paracetamol 240 mg/5 mL (48 mg/mL), based on the patient’s weight and age group:

Dose in mL and mg (based on Paracetamol):

Pediatric ≥ 3 months: 10 to 15 mg/kg/dose po every 4 to 6 hours prn (Max: 5 doses per day, Max daily dose: 83.3 mL/day or 4000 mg/day)

Adults: Usual dose is 6.8 mL (325 mg) to 13.5 mL (650 mg) po every 4 to 6 hours prn (Max 4 g/24 hrs)

Where:

Weight: Enter the patient’s weight in kilograms (kg) or pounds (lb) and select the unit from the dropdown (automatically converted to kg).
Age Group: Select the appropriate age group (Pediatric ≥ 3 months or Adults).
Concentration: Paracetamol 240 mg/5 mL (48 mg/mL).

Administer as prescribed for pain or fever. ⚠️ Always consult a healthcare provider.

Using the Paracetamol 240 mg/5 mL Dosage Calculator

Enter the patient’s weight in kilograms or pounds, select the unit, choose the age group, and click "Calculate." The calculator provides the dose in mL and mg (Paracetamol) for pediatric and adult patients.

Example: Weight 10 kg, Pediatric ≥ 3 months:

Pediatric ≥ 3 months:
2.1 mL (100 mg) to 3.1 mL (150 mg) po every 4 to 6 hours to a maximum of 5 doses per day prn
Max daily dose: 15.6 mL/day (750 mg/day)

Usual adult dose:
6.8 mL (325 mg) to 13.5 mL (650 mg) po every 4 to 6 hours prn (Max 83.3 mL/4 g/24 hrs)

Calculations must be re-checked and should not be used alone...

Consult a healthcare provider before administering.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is Paracetamol used for?

Paracetamol (Tylenol; Tempra; Panadol; Paracetamol) is used to treat pain and fever.

2. How often is this given?

Pediatric ≥ 3 months: 10 to 15 mg/kg/dose po every 4 to 6 hours prn (Max 5 doses/day, Max daily dose: 83.3 mL/day or 4000 mg/day). Adults: 325 to 650 mg/dose po every 4 to 6 hours prn (Max 4 g/24 hrs).

3. Can this be used for infants under 3 months?

Consult a doctor, as Paracetamol is not typically recommended for infants under 3 months without medical supervision.

4. What if weight is in pounds?

Enter the weight in pounds, and the calculator will automatically convert it to kilograms for calculation (1 lb = 0.4536 kg approximately).

5. What’s the maximum daily dose for pediatric patients?

The maximum daily dose for pediatric patients (≥3 months) is 83.3 mL (4000 mg) per 24 hours.