Typical dosage for Children's Dextromethorphan/Phenylephrine
Each 5 mL contains 5 mg of dextromethorphan and 2.5 mg of phenylephrine.
- Children ages 6 to under 12 years: The typical dose is 10 mL (2 teaspoonfuls) by mouth every 4 hours.
- Children ages 4 to under 6 years: The typical dose is 5 mL (1 teaspoonful) by mouth every 4 hours.
- Children under 4 years old: Ask your child's provider.
Don't give more than 6 doses in a 24-hour period.
