Panadol Children Dosage Charts

What is the right Panadol dosage for my child or baby?

Whether it’s because of a fever, or just everyday pains such as headache, sore throat from cold and flu symptoms, or earache, no parent wants to watch their child suffer through unnecessary pain or discomfort.

Thankfully, the Children’s Panadol Product range can help ease a wide range of pain symptoms for children and babies from one month of age – including headache, teething pain, earache and pain associated with cold and flu symptoms – as well as reduce a temperature (fever).

Depending on their age or weight, children need to take a different dose of Children’s Panadol, so what dose is most effective and appropriate to give to your child?

Children’s Panadol comes in several different strengths for use across a range of age groups: babies from one month of age, to young children and older children up to twelve years of age.

When it comes to getting children’s dosage right, Children’s Panadol is here to help. You can use our easy-to-use online dosage charts for babies and children to help determine the correct dosage of Children’s Panadol for your little one, so they can get relief from pain and fever quickly.

Use the dose corresponding to your child's weight. If weight is unknown, use the dose corresponding to your child's age.

Combining Children’s Panadol with other paracetamol products

It’s important that you do not give your child or baby any other medicines that contain paracetamol at the same time as Children’s Panadol (for example, many common cold and flu medicines may contain paracetamol), as this could cause a paracetamol overdose.Always check the ingredients listed on the product label of any other medication before use alongside Children’s Panadol, and consult a health professional before using any medication alongside Children’s Panadol.

Before using any paracetamol containing product, carefully read all information provided with the product before use for full details.

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CHILDREN’S PANADOL COLOURFREE LIQUID 1 MONTH – 1 YEAR

If your child's weight or age is outside the range in this table, carefully read all information provided with the product before use for full details.

Age	Average Weight	Dose	Time between each dose	Maximum Dose
1-3 months	4-6 kg	0.6-0.9 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours
3-6 months	6-8 kg	0.9-1.2 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours
6-12 months	8-10 kg	1.2-1.5 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours
1-2 years	10-12 kg	1.5-1.8 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours

Please read and retain the carton
Shake the bottle well
Use the dosing device provided to accurately measure
Measure the correct dose based on the dosage table
Calculate correct dose based on child's weight. If weight is unknown, use the child's age
Seek medical advice before giving to children under 6 months
Can be given with water or fruit juice if preferred by your child
Further information is available via the QR code on the pack.

How to dose:

Cradle your baby in one arm and gently slide the syringe into the mouth.
Slowly squirt a small amount of the medicine inside the cheek next to the tongue.
Wait until they swallow the liquid entirely before giving the rest of the dose.

How to use the dosing device

Push the plunger fully in to close the dosing device, then insert the device into bottle.
Gently pull plunger to the correct dose for your child.
Measure the liquid to the line as shown in the video. Check dose in device is correct before use.

After using this medicine

Wipe the neck of the bottle clean.
Push the cap down and turn it to close cap tightly, then turn backwards until you hear a clicking sound.
Separate the dosing device parts and hand wash with warm water only. Do not use detergents or dishwasher.
Allow to air dry before reassembling.
Dispose of the dosing device when the medicine is finished.

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PANADOL CHEWABLE TABLETS 3+ YEARS

Age	Average Weight	Dose	Time between each dose	Maximum Dose
3-6 years	14-20 kg	2 tablets	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 8 tablets within 24 hours
6-9 years	20-28 kg	3 tablets	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 12 tablets within 24 hours
9-11 years	28-36 kg	4 tablets	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 16 tablets within 24 hours
11-12 years	36-41 kg	5 tablets	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 20 tablets within 24 hours

Please read and retain the carton.
Using the dosage table,determine the correct dose based on child's weight. If weight is unknown, use the child's age.
Taste is improved if the tablet is not chewed but simply dissolved in the mouth.
Further information is available via the QR code on the pack.

CHILDREN’S PANADOL COLOURFREE SUSPENSION 1-5 YEARS

If your child's weight or age is outside the range in this table, carefully read all information provided with the product before use for full details.

Age	Average Weight	Dose	Time between each dose	Maximum Dose
1-2 years	10-12 kg	6-8 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours
2-3 years	12-14 kg	8-9 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours
3-4 years	14-16 kg	9-10 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours
4-5 years	16-18 kg	10-11 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours

Please read and retain the carton
Shake the bottle well
Use the dosing device provided to accurately measure
Measure the correct dose based on the dosage table
Calculate correct dose based on child's weight.
If weight is unknown, use the child's age.
Can be given with water or fruit juice if preferred by your child
Further information is available via the QR code on the pack

Using the dosing device

Push the plunger fully in to close the dosing device; then insert it firmly into the neck of the bottle.
Turn the bottle upside down and gently pull the correct dose for your child. The correct dose is at the point where the widest sides of the plunger meets the correct mL mark on the barrel of the dosing device as shown in the video.
Turn the bottle upright and remove the device from the neck of the bottle by gently twisting it.

After using this medicine

Hand wash dosing device
Wipe the neck of the bottle clean
Push the cap down and turn it to close cap tightly, then turn backwards until you hear clicking sounds

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CHILDREN’S PANADOL SUPPOSITORIES 6 MONTHS - 5 YEARS

Age	Average Weight	Dose	Time between each dose	Maximum Dose
6 months – 4 years	8-16 kg	1 suppository	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 suppositories within 24 hours
4-5 years	16-18 kg	2 suppositories	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 8 suppositories within 24 hours

For rectal use only - not to be swallowed

Insert into the rectum according to the dosage table.
Calculate the correct dose based on the child’s weight. If weight is unknown, use the child’s age.
For ease of insertion, the suppository can be moistened just before insertion.
If possible, ask your child to go to the toilet and empty their bowels before using the suppository. Suppositories work best if the bowels are emptied.
Tear the blister along the perforated line between each suppository. You can then remove the suppository by pulling each side of the blister apart from the top.

Follow these steps to use a suppository

Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.
Put on a disposable glove, if desired. They are available from pharmacies.
Moisten the suppository by dipping it briefly in cool water.
Lie your child on their side and raise their knee to their chest.
Push the suppository gently, blunt end first, into their rectum, or back passage.
Keep your child lying down for a few minutes so that the suppository dissolves.
Throw away used materials and wash your hands thoroughly.

CHILDREN’S PANADOL COLOURFREE SUSPENSION 5-12 YEARS

If your child's weight or age is outside the range in this table, carefully read all information provided with the product before use for full details.

Age	Average Weight	Dose	Time between each dose	Maximum Dose
5-6 years	18-20 kg	6 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours
6-7 years	20-22 kg	6-7 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours
7-8 years	22-25 kg	7-8 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours
8-9 years	25-28 kg	8-9 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours
9-10 years	28-32 kg	9-10 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours
10-11 years	32-36 kg	10-11 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours
11-12 years	36-41 kg	11-13 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours

Please read and retain the carton
Shake the bottle well
Use the dosing device provided to accurately measure
Measure the correct dose based on the dosage table
Calculate correct dose based on child's weight.
If weight is unknown, use the child's age.
Can be given with water or fruit juice if preferred by your child
Further information is available via the QR code on the pack

Using the dosing device

Push the plunger fully in to close the dosing device; then insert it firmly into the neck of the bottle.
Turn the bottle upside down and gently pull the correct dose for your child. The correct dose is at the point where the widest sides of the plunger meets the correct mL mark on the barrel of the dosing device as shown in the video.
Turn the bottle upright and remove the device from the neck of the bottle by gently twisting it.

After using this medicine

Hand wash dosing device
Wipe the neck of the bottle clean
Push the cap down and turn it to close cap tightly, then turn backwards until you hear clicking sounds

CHILDREN’S PANADOL ELIXIR 5-12 YEARS

If your child's weight or age is outside the range in this table, carefully read all information provided with the product before use for full details.

Age	Average Weight	Dose	Time between each dose	Maximum Dose
5-6 years	18-20 kg	6 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours
6-7 years	20-22 kg	6-7 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours
7-8 years	22-25 kg	7-8 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours
8-9 years	25-28 kg	8-9 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours
9-10 years	28-32 kg	9-10 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours
10-11 years	32-36 kg	10-11 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours
11-12 years	36-41 kg	11-13 mL	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 times within 24 hours

Please read and retain the carton
Shake the bottle well
Use the measuring cup provided to accurately measure
Pour correct dose into the cup based on the dosage table
Calculate correct dose based on child’s weight. If weight is unknown, use the child's age.
Can be given with water or fruit juice if preferred by your child
Further information is available via the QR code on the pack.

After using this medicine

Hand wash measuring cup
Wipe the neck of the bottle clean
Push the cap down and turn it to close cap tightly, then turn backwards until you hear clicking sounds.

CHILDREN’S PANADOL SUPPOSITORIES 5-12 YEARS

Age	Average Weight	Dose	Time between each dose	Maximum Dose
5-9 years	18-28 kg	1 suppository	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 4 suppositories within 24 hours
9-12 years	28-41 kg	2 suppositories	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 8 suppositories within 24 hours

For rectal use only - not to be swallowed

Insert into the rectum according to the dosage table.
Calculate the correct dose based on the child’s weight. If weight is unknown, use the child’s age.
For ease of insertion, the suppository can be moistened just before insertion.
If possible, ask your child to go to the toilet and empty their bowels before using the suppository. Suppositories work best if the bowels are emptied.
Tear the blister along the perforated line between each suppository. You can then remove the suppository by pulling each side of the blister apart from the top.

Follow these steps to use a suppository

Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water.
Put on a disposable glove, if desired. They are available from pharmacies.
Moisten the suppository by dipping it briefly in cool water.
Lie your child on their side and raise their knee to their chest.
Push the suppository gently, blunt end first, into their rectum, or back passage.
Keep your child lying down for a few minutes so that the suppository dissolves.
Throw away used materials and wash your hands thoroughly

Panadol Chewable Tablets 7+ Years

Age	Average Weight	Dose	Time between each dose	Maximum Dose
7-10 years	22-32 kg	3 tablets	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 12 tablets within 24 hours
10-12 years	32-41 kg	4 tablets	Repeat 4-6 hourly if required	Maximum 16 tablets within 24 hours

Please read and retain the carton.
Using the dosage table,determine the correct dose based on child's weight. If weight is unknown, use the child's age.
Tablets should be chewed and swallowed.
Further information is available via the QR code on the pack.

Getting the facts on Panadol for children

Discover all you need to know about the Children’s Panadol product range – including essential usage information, product ingredients and more – in our helpful articles on Children’s Panadol listed below.

You can also browse our Children’s Symptoms Hub for more information on common pain symptoms in children and babies – including teething, earache, cold and flu and fever – with some tips on how to help manage and relieve them.