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Kids take a lot of falls; some, unfortunately, are bigger than others. So when your child says they felt (or even heard) a bone break, you need to check it out. If the area looks or moves unnaturally, appears bruised or swollen or it is painful for your child to move, call your pediatrician immediately—it could be a fracture.

Treatment

A Short Break
The first days after getting a cast will probably be the most painful for your child. Keeping the leg raised on a pillow or chair may help reduce swelling. How long will it take before they bounce back? That's the best part: children's bones heal twice as fast as adults'—in as little as three weeks!

Tips

Safety First
Because so many broken bones are the result of accidents, you should always take proper safety precautions with your child. That means childproofing staircases and other danger zones in your house, making sure your child always uses a seatbelt or car safety seat, and outfitting your child in proper safety gear before playing sports.

Milk It for All It's Worth
The stronger your child's bones, the less likely a fall will result in a fracture. Ensure your child has a diet rich in calcium and vitamin D to promote strong, healthy bone growth. Foods rich in these nutrients include milk, cheese, yogurt, broccoli and dark leafy greens.

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Age	Dosage

Adults and children 12 years and older	Take 1 caplet or tablet every 4 to 6 hours while symptoms persist If pain or fever does not respond to 1 caplet or tablet, 2 may be used Do not exceed 6 caplets or tablets in 24 hours, unless directed by a doctor

Children under 12 years	Ask a doctor


Age	Dosage

Adults and children 12 years and older	Take 2 caplets at bedtime Do not take more than 2 caplets in 24 hours


Weight (lbs)	Age (years)	Dose (tsp or mL)

	Under 2 years	Ask a doctor

24-35 lbs	2-3 years	1 tsp or 5 mL

36-47 lbs	4-5 years	1½ tsp or 7.5 mL

48-59 lbs	6-8 years	2 tsp or 10 mL

60-71 lbs	9-10 years	2½ tsp or 12.5 mL

72-95 lbs	11 years	3 tsp or 15 mL


Weight (lbs)	Age (years)	Dose (tsp or mL)

Under 24 lbs	Under 2 years	Ask a doctor

24-47 lbs	2 to 5 years	1 tsp or 5 mL

48-95 lbs	6 to 11 years	2 tsp or 10 mL


Weight (lbs)	Age (years)	Dose (chewables)

Under 24 lbs	Under 2	Ask a doctor

24-35 lbs	2 to 3	1

36-47 lbs	4 to 5	1½

48-59 lbs	6 to 8	2

60-71 lbs	9 to 10	2½

72-95 lbs	11	3


Weight (lbs)	Age (years)	Dose (tablets)

Under 48 lbs	Under 6	Ask a doctor

48-59 lbs	6 to 8	2

60-71 lbs	9 to 10	2½

72-95 lbs	11	3


Weight (lbs)	Age (months)	Dose (mL)

	Under 6 months	Ask a doctor

12-17 lbs	6 to 11 months	1.25 mL

18-23 lbs	12-23 months	1.875 mL