Sugar-free liquid acetaminophen or ibuprofen?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Is your DC diabetic? I'm not sure there's enough sugar in 5 mL (or whatever) to be that concerned about it. Or is it an allergy?

BTW, my kid has a dye allergy and I'm thankful that there are dye-free option for all of these.

No, we just avoid processed sugars.

You are nuts.

+1. I feel bad for OP's children. Parents with absolutely zero common sense.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Does your kid eat fruit? They probably get more sugar from a serving of fruit then they will from meds. I HATE ignorance.

Me. Too. Educate yourself about sugars. Refined sugars vs aspartame vs hi fructose corn syrup vs sugar metabolism when eating a piece of fruit. Studies not funded by the sugar industry. I cannot find any syrup free acetaminophen after surgery either. There are 3 grams of sugar in every tsp. 48 grams in a soda or juice and you are consuming 16 tsp sugar.

You revived an old zombie thread just to type this?

[Anonymous]

Um... There is reason. My (teething) daughter gets a sugar-high when I give her tylenol to get back to sleep at night. I'd be really nice to avoid that. I don't worry about it during the day.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Um... There is reason. My (teething) daughter gets a sugar-high when I give her tylenol to get back to sleep at night. I'd be really nice to avoid that. I don't worry about it during the day.

Ibuprofen is better to use at night.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Um... There is reason. My (teething) daughter gets a sugar-high when I give her tylenol to get back to sleep at night. I'd be really nice to avoid that. I don't worry about it during the day.

Yes because of pain relief. Not because she’s sugar high.

[Anonymous]

Pray for these arrogant sad not it all no nothing people

[Anonymous]

I'd like to revive this thread with some information for anyone interested in the original poster's question:

If there is a compounding pharmacy near you, they can mix up a sugar-free acetaminophen or ibuprofen solution suitable for infants. I tried a different option, but would have gone for that otherwise.

Here is a link for acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil) dosages by weight for children. The first two columns (weight and dosage) are the only important ones for what follows. https://www.stanfordchildrens.org/content-public/pdf/bayside-medical-group/BMG%20Handout%20Acetaminophen%20&%20Ibuprofen%20Dosing%20Chart%20v2-5-12.pdf

The ubiquitous, oblong Tylenol pills are 500mg and difficult to reliably divide into small sections. Some places still sell the "regular strength" round Tylenol tablets though, which are 325mg and much easier to divide into smaller doses. I found them at Target.

Quartering a 325mg round Tylenol tablet should give about 80mg per piece, depending on how evenly it's divided. For my 15lb baby, I take one of the quarters, smashed it with a spoon and mix that powder into a bite or two of yogurt or baby food. She eats it fine -- unlike the Tylenol infant liquid, which she vomited out any time I tried to give it to her.

I email Tylenol (tylenol.com/contact-us) and Advil (advil.com/contact-us) to request a sugar-free product, but both of the replies are automated ones. The Advil reply did say that ideas for products should be directed to www.innovation.gsk.com, but nothing comes up when I navigate to that address. Maybe someone else knows a better way to get suggestions to these companies. If so, let us know.

I know several parents who would love some better options for infants in pain. There is an unmet market (but not on this forum, apparently) for a simple infant pain medicine without sweeteners, flavors or dyes. All we'd need is a easy-to-measure dose in powder or liquid form and we can choose how to dress it up to make it palatable for our children.

For those who replied critically to the OP, you may be shocked to know there are infants who never taste sweetness other than lactose until they eat solid food, (sometimes not until 6-9 months or later). There are many babies started on non-sweet solid foods who don't taste any sweetened food until even later in their lives (12, 18 months old or more). There are also many infants who, based on their reactions, don't consider the "cherry" or "grape" flavors in medicines as sweet or even tolerable. To sum up, babies don't necessarily care about sugar because, until you introduce it to them, they don't know it exists.

To the OP: thank you for seeking options for your child. It sounds like you were looking for a middle-road solution in a frustrating time. If, by some slim chance you're still around, I'm sorry you were treated the way you were. I know it takes a least one dick to make every child, so maybe it shouldn't surprise me that so many responded to (but didn't answer) your parenting question.

For the dicks -- whether moms or dads -- who posted judgemental responses: I know it's hard to imagine why on earth anyone in the world would want to do things differently than how you've chosen. It worked so perfectly for you, why shouldn't it work for the rest of humanity? I get it. Your responses of "what a horrible parent!" acknowledge you'd rather not take a moment to doubt your own parenting choices and wonder if you could have done better for your kids. You don't have time for that. (Because you're busy condemning strangers on forums? Maybe.) But, whatever choices your made about your child's pain, you were probably doing the best you could in the circumstances you had. Just like every other parent. So let's cut some slack.

Obviously, feel free to b*tch at my post. You've all had a hard day of parenting and you probably need a feel-good break from your own problems. But, in an ideal world, you could exercise the type of self-control we all hope our kids can learn, and refrain from posting a response to future forum questions unless you have relevant information to offer. Good luck. I realize that's asking a lot.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I'd like to revive this thread with some information for anyone interested in the original poster's question:

If there is a compounding pharmacy near you, they can mix up a sugar-free acetaminophen or ibuprofen solution suitable for infants. I tried a different option, but would have gone for that otherwise.

Here is a link for acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil) dosages by weight for children. The first two columns (weight and dosage) are the only important ones for what follows. https://www.stanfordchildrens.org/content-public/pdf/bayside-medical-group/BMG%20Handout%20Acetaminophen%20&%20Ibuprofen%20Dosing%20Chart%20v2-5-12.pdf

The ubiquitous, oblong Tylenol pills are 500mg and difficult to reliably divide into small sections. Some places still sell the "regular strength" round Tylenol tablets though, which are 325mg and much easier to divide into smaller doses. I found them at Target.

Quartering a 325mg round Tylenol tablet should give about 80mg per piece, depending on how evenly it's divided. For my 15lb baby, I take one of the quarters, smashed it with a spoon and mix that powder into a bite or two of yogurt or baby food. She eats it fine -- unlike the Tylenol infant liquid, which she vomited out any time I tried to give it to her.

I email Tylenol (tylenol.com/contact-us) and Advil (advil.com/contact-us) to request a sugar-free product, but both of the replies are automated ones. The Advil reply did say that ideas for products should be directed to www.innovation.gsk.com, but nothing comes up when I navigate to that address. Maybe someone else knows a better way to get suggestions to these companies. If so, let us know.

I know several parents who would love some better options for infants in pain. There is an unmet market (but not on this forum, apparently) for a simple infant pain medicine without sweeteners, flavors or dyes. All we'd need is a easy-to-measure dose in powder or liquid form and we can choose how to dress it up to make it palatable for our children.

For those who replied critically to the OP, you may be shocked to know there are infants who never taste sweetness other than lactose until they eat solid food, (sometimes not until 6-9 months or later). There are many babies started on non-sweet solid foods who don't taste any sweetened food until even later in their lives (12, 18 months old or more). There are also many infants who, based on their reactions, don't consider the "cherry" or "grape" flavors in medicines as sweet or even tolerable. To sum up, babies don't necessarily care about sugar because, until you introduce it to them, they don't know it exists.

To the OP: thank you for seeking options for your child. It sounds like you were looking for a middle-road solution in a frustrating time. If, by some slim chance you're still around, I'm sorry you were treated the way you were. I know it takes a least one dick to make every child, so maybe it shouldn't surprise me that so many responded to (but didn't answer) your parenting question.

For the dicks -- whether moms or dads -- who posted judgemental responses: I know it's hard to imagine why on earth anyone in the world would want to do things differently than how you've chosen. It worked so perfectly for you, why shouldn't it work for the rest of humanity? I get it. Your responses of "what a horrible parent!" acknowledge you'd rather not take a moment to doubt your own parenting choices and wonder if you could have done better for your kids. You don't have time for that. (Because you're busy condemning strangers on forums? Maybe.) But, whatever choices your made about your child's pain, you were probably doing the best you could in the circumstances you had. Just like every other parent. So let's cut some slack.

Obviously, feel free to b*tch at my post. You've all had a hard day of parenting and you probably need a feel-good break from your own problems. But, in an ideal world, you could exercise the type of self-control we all hope our kids can learn, and refrain from posting a response to future forum questions unless you have relevant information to offer. Good luck. I realize that's asking a lot.

Breastmilk and every safe infant formula contains sugar. If your infant is past the age of only drinking colostrum and has never tasted sugar then they should be removed from your care for child abuse.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I'd like to revive this thread with some information for anyone interested in the original poster's question:

If there is a compounding pharmacy near you, they can mix up a sugar-free acetaminophen or ibuprofen solution suitable for infants. I tried a different option, but would have gone for that otherwise.

Here is a link for acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil) dosages by weight for children. The first two columns (weight and dosage) are the only important ones for what follows. https://www.stanfordchildrens.org/content-public/pdf/bayside-medical-group/BMG%20Handout%20Acetaminophen%20&%20Ibuprofen%20Dosing%20Chart%20v2-5-12.pdf

The ubiquitous, oblong Tylenol pills are 500mg and difficult to reliably divide into small sections. Some places still sell the "regular strength" round Tylenol tablets though, which are 325mg and much easier to divide into smaller doses. I found them at Target.

Quartering a 325mg round Tylenol tablet should give about 80mg per piece, depending on how evenly it's divided. For my 15lb baby, I take one of the quarters, smashed it with a spoon and mix that powder into a bite or two of yogurt or baby food. She eats it fine -- unlike the Tylenol infant liquid, which she vomited out any time I tried to give it to her.

I email Tylenol (tylenol.com/contact-us) and Advil (advil.com/contact-us) to request a sugar-free product, but both of the replies are automated ones. The Advil reply did say that ideas for products should be directed to www.innovation.gsk.com, but nothing comes up when I navigate to that address. Maybe someone else knows a better way to get suggestions to these companies. If so, let us know.

I know several parents who would love some better options for infants in pain. There is an unmet market (but not on this forum, apparently) for a simple infant pain medicine without sweeteners, flavors or dyes. All we'd need is a easy-to-measure dose in powder or liquid form and we can choose how to dress it up to make it palatable for our children.

For those who replied critically to the OP, you may be shocked to know there are infants who never taste sweetness other than lactose until they eat solid food, (sometimes not until 6-9 months or later). There are many babies started on non-sweet solid foods who don't taste any sweetened food until even later in their lives (12, 18 months old or more). There are also many infants who, based on their reactions, don't consider the "cherry" or "grape" flavors in medicines as sweet or even tolerable. To sum up, babies don't necessarily care about sugar because, until you introduce it to them, they don't know it exists.

To the OP: thank you for seeking options for your child. It sounds like you were looking for a middle-road solution in a frustrating time. If, by some slim chance you're still around, I'm sorry you were treated the way you were. I know it takes a least one dick to make every child, so maybe it shouldn't surprise me that so many responded to (but didn't answer) your parenting question.

For the dicks -- whether moms or dads -- who posted judgemental responses: I know it's hard to imagine why on earth anyone in the world would want to do things differently than how you've chosen. It worked so perfectly for you, why shouldn't it work for the rest of humanity? I get it. Your responses of "what a horrible parent!" acknowledge you'd rather not take a moment to doubt your own parenting choices and wonder if you could have done better for your kids. You don't have time for that. (Because you're busy condemning strangers on forums? Maybe.) But, whatever choices your made about your child's pain, you were probably doing the best you could in the circumstances you had. Just like every other parent. So let's cut some slack.

Obviously, feel free to b*tch at my post. You've all had a hard day of parenting and you probably need a feel-good break from your own problems. But, in an ideal world, you could exercise the type of self-control we all hope our kids can learn, and refrain from posting a response to future forum questions unless you have relevant information to offer. Good luck. I realize that's asking a lot.

You going to delay vaxxing too?

[Anonymous]

Painkillers generaly have a bitter taste. If your kid spits out a liquid, how do you measure the amount that was actually consumed? Do you really want to create a negative association with medical treatment?

Easy to measure powder? I can't see how this would go wrong.

[Anonymous]

Your kid is going to be the one at birthday parties or play dates gorging on sweets bc they have no restraint! In the meantime if you must, get fever all suppositories. My dd with special needs has to use those. Believe me I’d pay money if she’d just drink any form of pain relief

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:I'd like to revive this thread with some information for anyone interested in the original poster's question:

If there is a compounding pharmacy near you, they can mix up a sugar-free acetaminophen or ibuprofen solution suitable for infants. I tried a different option, but would have gone for that otherwise.

Here is a link for acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil) dosages by weight for children. The first two columns (weight and dosage) are the only important ones for what follows. https://www.stanfordchildrens.org/content-public/pdf/bayside-medical-group/BMG%20Handout%20Acetaminophen%20&%20Ibuprofen%20Dosing%20Chart%20v2-5-12.pdf

The ubiquitous, oblong Tylenol pills are 500mg and difficult to reliably divide into small sections. Some places still sell the "regular strength" round Tylenol tablets though, which are 325mg and much easier to divide into smaller doses. I found them at Target.

Quartering a 325mg round Tylenol tablet should give about 80mg per piece, depending on how evenly it's divided. For my 15lb baby, I take one of the quarters, smashed it with a spoon and mix that powder into a bite or two of yogurt or baby food. She eats it fine -- unlike the Tylenol infant liquid, which she vomited out any time I tried to give it to her.

I email Tylenol (tylenol.com/contact-us) and Advil (advil.com/contact-us) to request a sugar-free product, but both of the replies are automated ones. The Advil reply did say that ideas for products should be directed to www.innovation.gsk.com, but nothing comes up when I navigate to that address. Maybe someone else knows a better way to get suggestions to these companies. If so, let us know.

I know several parents who would love some better options for infants in pain. There is an unmet market (but not on this forum, apparently) for a simple infant pain medicine without sweeteners, flavors or dyes. All we'd need is a easy-to-measure dose in powder or liquid form and we can choose how to dress it up to make it palatable for our children.

For those who replied critically to the OP, you may be shocked to know there are infants who never taste sweetness other than lactose until they eat solid food, (sometimes not until 6-9 months or later). There are many babies started on non-sweet solid foods who don't taste any sweetened food until even later in their lives (12, 18 months old or more). There are also many infants who, based on their reactions, don't consider the "cherry" or "grape" flavors in medicines as sweet or even tolerable. To sum up, babies don't necessarily care about sugar because, until you introduce it to them, they don't know it exists.

To the OP: thank you for seeking options for your child. It sounds like you were looking for a middle-road solution in a frustrating time. If, by some slim chance you're still around, I'm sorry you were treated the way you were. I know it takes a least one dick to make every child, so maybe it shouldn't surprise me that so many responded to (but didn't answer) your parenting question.

For the dicks -- whether moms or dads -- who posted judgemental responses: I know it's hard to imagine why on earth anyone in the world would want to do things differently than how you've chosen. It worked so perfectly for you, why shouldn't it work for the rest of humanity? I get it. Your responses of "what a horrible parent!" acknowledge you'd rather not take a moment to doubt your own parenting choices and wonder if you could have done better for your kids. You don't have time for that. (Because you're busy condemning strangers on forums? Maybe.) But, whatever choices your made about your child's pain, you were probably doing the best you could in the circumstances you had. Just like every other parent. So let's cut some slack.

Obviously, feel free to b*tch at my post. You've all had a hard day of parenting and you probably need a feel-good break from your own problems. But, in an ideal world, you could exercise the type of self-control we all hope our kids can learn, and refrain from posting a response to future forum questions unless you have relevant information to offer. Good luck. I realize that's asking a lot.

You cray

[Anonymous]

Genexa Children's Acetaminophen Oral Suspension, for Children 2 - 11 Years Old, Temporarily relieves Pain and Fever Symptoms, 160 mg per 5 mL- Organic Blueberry Flavor 4oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BFHYQC7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_8YQG7EFYG9FJ128N24YJ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Genexa makes a Tylenol with agave used to sweeten. Other than that, I can’t seem to find an alternative for ibuprofen with no sucrose or sucralose.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Genexa Children's Acetaminophen Oral Suspension, for Children 2 - 11 Years Old, Temporarily relieves Pain and Fever Symptoms, 160 mg per 5 mL- Organic Blueberry Flavor 4oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BFHYQC7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_i_8YQG7EFYG9FJ128N24YJ?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1
Genexa makes a Tylenol with agave used to sweeten. Other than that, I can’t seem to find an alternative for ibuprofen with no sucrose or sucralose.

Why in God's name would you think agave, of all things, is healthy? It has more fructose than high fructose corn syrup.

Are you trying to poison children?

https://www.thehealthyhomeeconomist.com/agave-nectar-latest-health-food-scam/

[Anonymous]

Wow. The trolls (troll?) are active here! Surprised they chose this thread to go after. I guess all the quarantining at home has given them a lot of time and angst. To the trolls: I'm sorry that your lives aren't fulfilling. It's been a tough couple of years for us all. Good luck. I do hope you find more constructive outlets.

I found this thread b/c I was looking for the lowest sugar Acetaminophen option for my kids. I was surprised to find so little info on the web about the specific sugar content in Children's Tylenol! I called them and the agent I spoke with refused to provide that information. They basically offered to read the ingredients for me. Wow, great customer support, Tylenol!

I found a competing product marketed under the GoodSense label. I called them too and they were super helpful. The lady told me their product contains 3g of sugar per 5mL. I would expect that Tylenol is similar.

For water, 1mL=1 gram. I would expect this liquid to have a density that doesn't depart too much from water, so this means this product is ~60% sugar. That is, unsurprisingly, on par with lollipops and other hard candy.

I hope this information is somewhat useful here. It would be nice to have sugar-free Acetaminophen options so parents and pediatricians could decide which was overall better for individual children with their individual health conditions. It's great that we have that with Advil/Ibuprofen, but most parents know that you sometimes need both pain reliever types. Cheers!