Cough Medicines
Dosages for cough medicines for different weights and ages
| Medicine | May Give Every | 14-17 lbs. 6-11 mo. | 18-23 lbs. 12-23 mo. | 24-35 lbs. 2-3 yr. | 36-47 lbs. 4-5 yr. | 48-59 lbs. 6-8 yr. | 60-85 lbs 9-11 yr. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nyquil | 4-6 hours | - | - | 1- 1/2 tsp | 1-3/4 tsp | 2 tsp | 2 tsp |
| Delsym Syrup | 12 hours | Do not use | Do not use | Do not use | Do not use | 1 tsp. | 1 tsp. |
| Dimetapp DM | 6 hours | Do not use | Do not use | Do not use | Do not use | 2 tsp. | 3 tsp. |
| Robitussin DM Syrup | 4 hours | Do not use | Do not use | Do not use | Do not use | 1 tsp. | 1 tsp. |
| Zarbees age 6-12 months | 2 times a day | 3mls | 3 mls | - | - | - | - |
| Zarbees age 12-24 months | 2- 4 times a day | Do not use | 3mls | 3mls | - | - | - |
| Zarbees Children's age 2-12years | 2 times a day | Do not use | Do not Use | 5mls | 10mls | 10mls | 10mls |
| Mucinex | 5-6 times a day | Do not use | Do not use | Do not use | 2.5- 5mls | 5-10mls | 5-10mls |
Customized from Cough Medicines v0.1 7/8/2025