2 – Preparing for the procedure

• 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.