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How to Alternate Tylenol & Motrin in Infants
Instructions
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Read the Motrin product label to identify the dose of Motrin your infant is suppose to take. Make sure you are using a Motrin product that is made for infants. You can also ask your pediatrician to tell you what dose your infant should take.
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Administer the Motrin and wait three hours.
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Read the Tylenol product label to find the correct dose for your infant. Again, make sure the product is made for infants. You can also ask your pediatrician what dose to give your baby.
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Administer the Tylenol and wait three hours.
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Repeat alternating between the Motrin and Tylenol at a rate of every three hours. According to Dr. Sears, these two products are safe to use together.
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