Cough Medicines

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. 6-11 yr. 60-85 lbs 12 yr+
Mucinex (Guaifenesen) Every 4 hours Do not use Do not use 2.5mL 1/2 tsp. 5mL 1 tsp. 2 tsp. 10mL 2-4 tsp. 10-20mL
Delsym Syrup (Dextromethorphan) Once at night Do not use Do not use Do not use 2.5mL 1/2 tsp. 1 tsp. 5 mL 2 tsp. 10mL
Dimetapp DM Once at night Do not use Do not use Do not use 2.5mL 1/2 tsp. 1 tsp. 5 mL 2 tsp. 10mL
Robitussin DM Syrup Once at night Do not use Do not use Do not use 2.5mL 1/2 tsp. 1 tsp. 5 mL 1 tsp. 5 mL

Dosages for cough medicines for different weights and ages

Customized from Cough Medicines v0.1 7/8/2025