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Acetaminophen and children: Why dose matters
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What might cause an acetaminophen overdose?
What are the recommended acetaminophen doses?
What happens if the acetaminophen dose is too much?
How can an acetaminophen overdose be prevented?
What are the recommended acetaminophen doses?
If you give your child acetaminophen, read the product label carefully to determine the correct dose based on your child's current weight. Generally, doses can be repeated every four hours, but shouldn't be given more than five times in 24 hours.
