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Accidentally gave old meds to 18 months
My daughter 18 months old was suggested with augmentin duo due to acute infection. Accidentally nanny gave old taxim o forte solution(1 to 2 month old) not sure how much old. Both were in fridge. What should we do?
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Expiry date? If it's store in Fridge then no need to worry. If child feel any symptoms .. consult paediatrician
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It's a re-constituted medicine Ideally should be use within 7 to 10 days of opening don't store re-constituted medicine in home
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if no adverse effects like vomiting abdomen pain loose motions rash then no need to worry
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observe child,
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Stop the Antibiotic Immediately
Discontinue the medication at once, regardless of the dose or duration given.
Assess the Medication Details
Name of the antibiotic
Form (syrup/tablet/drops)
Dosage given
Expiry date
Storage condition (especially if it's a reconstituted syrup — usually expires in 7–14 days after mixing)
Observe the Infant
Monitor for any unusual symptoms:
Vomiting, diarrhea
Rash, facial swelling
Fever, irritability, poor feeding
Unusual drowsiness or excessive crying
Do Not Administer Any Further Medication
Avoid giving any new drugs (including antiallergics or probiotics) without consulting a pediatrician.
Seek Immediate Medical Attention
Visit a pediatrician promptly
Bring the Medicine with You
Carry the bottle/packaging for proper identification and to assess expiry, batch, and storage details.
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Dr. Venkatesh Badugu
Pediatrician
9 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Watch for any symptoms like vomitings abdominal pain and loose stools
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Dr. Vinit M Mehta
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Vadodara
If not discolored or spoiled then need not to worry
Don't preserve antibiotics, once course complete cannot be reused so throw it.
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Dr. Sachin Pariskar
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Pune
Check the expirt date amd if expired then once show physically to nearby pediatrician
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Dr. Amit P Ghawade
Pediatrician
15 yrs exp
Pune
What is expiry date?
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