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Acetaminophen & Ibuprofen

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Dosages for Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen medicines for different weights and ages
(Only use under 12 weeks of age at the discrection of your provider.)

Acetaminophen 160mg/5mL

Weight (lb)
Age (yr)
Dose (mL)*
Under 24
Under 2 years
Ask a doctor
24 - 35
2 - 3 years
5 mL
36 - 47
4 - 5 years
7.5 mL
48 - 59
6 - 8 years
10 mL
60 - 71
9 - 10 years
12.5 mL
72 - 95
11 years
15 mL

*Or as directed by a doctor.

If needed, repeat dose every 4 hours. Do not give more than 5 doses in 24 hours.

Ibuprofen 100mg/5mL

Weight (lb)
Age (yr)
Dose (mL)
Under 24
Under 2
Ask a doctor
24 - 35
2 - 3 years
5 mL
36 - 47
4 - 5 years
7.5 mL
48 - 59
6 - 8 years
10 mL
60 - 71
9 - 10 years
12.5 mL
72 - 95
11 years
15 mL

*Or as directed by a doctor.

If needed, repeat dose every 6 -8 hours. Do not give more than 4 times a day

Locations and Hours

New Horizon Health Center

191 E. Price Road

Brownsville, Tx 78521

(956) 548 - 7400

Mon\Tues\Thurs\Fri - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesdays - 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturdays - 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Sundays - CLOSED

New Horizon Health Center

2137 E. 22nd Street

Brownsville, Tx 78520

(956) 548 - 7400

Mon\Tues\Thurs\Fri - 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Wednesdays - 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM

Saturdays and Sundays - CLOSED

Insurances Accepted
New Horizon Health Center accepts the following insurance plans:
  • United Healthcare

  • Wellmed

  • Humana

  • Aetna

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield

  • Gravie

  • CSHCN (Children with special Health Care Needs)

  • Ambetter

  • Medicaid

  • Medicare

  • Heathy Texas Women

  • Champva

  • Prominence

  • Railroad

  • Key Benefit Advantage

  • Cigna

  • Oscar

  • Tri-Care

  • BPA

  • Cameron Care

  • Magellan

  • March Vision

  • Evolve Vision

  • VMR

  • ...and more

If your insurance plan is not listed, please
call 956-548-7400 to confirm coverage.

Why choose New Horizon Health Center?​

  • Same-day & Walk-in Appointments

  • Sliding Fee Scale

  • Insurance and Benefits Assistance

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Frequently Asked Questions

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