Baby medication and temperature tracker printable

Why write medicine doses down

When more than one tired adult is caring for an unwell baby, memory is a poor handover system. The NHS specifically suggests writing down when each medicine was given if a health professional has advised alternating paracetamol and ibuprofen. A clear record can also help a pharmacist, GP or 111 understand what has already happened.

Record the exact product

Write the medicine name exactly as it appears on the label, including the strength or concentration. Record the dose, unit, time and caregiver initials straight after it is given. For a temperature, add the time and how it was measured. Do not write a future dose into the “given” column.

Use the notes space for symptoms, fluids, a call reference or advice you were given. Keep the packet, leaflet and any dispensing label with you because this sheet does not contain dosing instructions.

This tracker never decides a dose

Do not use a previous entry to decide what to give next. Medicines may be unsuitable because of a baby’s age, weight, health, other medicines or the specific product strength. Check the packet or leaflet and follow advice from a pharmacist, doctor or nurse. Never give two doses to make up for a missed one.

When to seek help

NHS fever guidance has age-specific and symptom-specific advice, including urgent routes for very young babies and emergency signs. Check the current NHS page rather than waiting for the temperature table to fill. If you think too much medicine was given, contact 111 now; call 999 for an emergency.