Ibuprofen is given for fever to children six months of age up to two years. The usual dose is 5 mg per kilogram of body weight. How much medicine would be a usual dose for an 18-month-old weighing 62.9 pounds, in milligrams?
Answer (2)
The usual dose of ibuprofen for an 18-month-old child weighing 62.9 pounds is approximately 143 mg. This is calculated by first converting the weight to kilograms and then applying the standard dosage of 5 mg per kilogram. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice.
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To calculate the usual dose of ibuprofen for an 18-month-old child, we need to first convert the child's weight from pounds to kilograms, as the dosage is given per kilogram of body weight.
Convert the weight from pounds to kilograms :
The conversion factor from pounds to kilograms is approximately 1 kilogram = 2.20462 pounds. So, to convert 62.9 pounds to kilograms:
e x t W e i g h t inki l o g r am s = 2.20462 62.9 e x t p o u n d s
e x t W e i g h t inki l o g r am s ≈ 28.53 e x t k g
Calculate the ibuprofen dosage :
The recommended dosage is 5 mg of ibuprofen per kilogram of body weight.
e x t Dos a g e inmi ll i g r am s = 28.53 e x t k g × 5 e x t m g / k g
e x t Dos a g e inmi ll i g r am s = 142.65 e x t m g
Therefore, the usual dose of ibuprofen for this child would be approximately 142.65 milligrams. It is important to double-check this dosage with a healthcare provider before administering any medication to ensure safety and accuracy.
