Please give your newborn Tylenol or Tempra one hour prior to the appointment. Recommended dosage of either drug is 15 mg per kilogram of your newborn’s body weight (15 mg/kg of body weight).
NOTE: Due to acetaminophen shortage, it is acceptable to give ibuprophen as a last resort. The dose is 10mg/kg, every 8 hours, for a maximum of 48 hours, as needed if your child seems in pain.
Do not give your child any other medications such as aspirin, as they may increase bleeding.
Arrive at Dr. Bercier’s clinic with your child 10 to 15 minutes before the scheduled procedure.