Medical Disclaimer

Last updated: January 2025

⚠️ IMPORTANT: PediatricDose.com is NOT a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. ALWAYS consult a qualified healthcare provider (pediatrician, physician, or pharmacist) before giving any medication to a child.

For Informational Purposes Only

The information provided by PediatricDose.com is for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended to be, and should not be used as, medical advice. This website is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Not FDA Reviewed

The content on this website has not been evaluated or approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) or any other regulatory agency. The dosing information provided is compiled from publicly available medical references and should be verified with current prescribing information and your healthcare provider.

Not Medical Advice

This calculator provides general dosing guidelines based on standard medical references. However:

Every child is different and may require individualized dosing
Dosing may vary based on medical conditions, allergies, or other factors
Drug interactions are not considered by this tool
Formulations, concentrations, and brand names vary by country
Information may become outdated as medical guidelines change
Off-label uses are not addressed
This tool does not account for renal or hepatic impairment

Always Verify With a Healthcare Professional

Before giving ANY medication to a child:
✓ Consult your pediatrician, physician, or pharmacist
✓ Read the medication's package insert and FDA-approved labeling
✓ Verify the concentration and formulation of your specific product
✓ Use only the measuring device provided with the medication
✓ Confirm there are no contraindications or drug interactions
✓ Follow your healthcare provider's specific instructions

Emergency Information

🚨 In case of suspected overdose or adverse reaction:

• Poison Control (USA): 1-800-222-1222 (24/7)

• Emergency: Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room

• Poison Control Website: www.poison.org

No Warranty

This tool is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not warrant or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, reliability, or currentness of any information provided. Use of this calculator is at your own risk.

Limitation of Liability

PediatricDose.com, its creators, owners, affiliates, and contributors shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages, injuries, adverse drug reactions, or any other outcomes resulting from the use of this calculator, reliance on any information provided, or any errors or omissions in the content.

User Responsibility

By using this website, you acknowledge and agree that:

You will consult a healthcare professional before administering any medication
You understand this tool provides general guidance only
You accept full responsibility for verifying all dosing information
You will not use this tool as a substitute for professional medical judgment

Healthcare Providers

If you are a healthcare provider, this tool is intended as a quick reference only. Always verify doses against current prescribing information, institutional protocols, and consider individual patient factors before prescribing or administering medications.

Geographic Limitations

This website is designed primarily for users in the United States. Medication names, formulations, concentrations, and availability may differ in other countries. Users outside the USA should consult local resources and healthcare providers.

Contact

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