BENADRYL DOSAGE (ANTIHISTAMINE) Child's weight more than (pounds) 20 25 38 50 100 lbs Total amount (mg) 10 12.5 19 25 50 mg Liquid 12.5mg/5ml (tsp) 3/4 1 1 1/2 2 -- tsp Chewable 12.5 mg -- 1 1 1/2 2 4 tablets Capsules 25 mg -- -- -- 1 2 caps Benadryl dosage: determine by finding your child's weight in the top row of the dosage table. Adult dose: 50 mg Repeat every 6-8 hours as needed. Don't use under 1 year of age. Reason: It's a sedative.

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