Phenylephrinedosage

Promethazine hydrochloride and phenylephrine hydrochloride oral solution is contraindicated for children under 2 years of age ( see WARNINGS – Black Box Warning and Use In Pediatric Patients ). The recommended doses are given in the following table: Adults And Children 12 Years And Over 1 teaspoonful (5 mL) every 4 to 6 hours, not to exceed 6 teaspoonsful (30 mL) in 24 hours. Children 6 To Under 12 Years Of Age ½ to 1 teaspoonful (2.5 to 5 mL) every 4 to 6 hours, not to exceed 6 teaspoonsful (30 mL) in 24 hours. Children 2 To Under 6 Years Of Age ¼ to ½ teaspoonful (1.25 to 2.5 mL) every 4 to 6 hours.