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2018-08-09 14:25:17
My son has toothache. He says his gums are hurting. Can I give him half tablet of calpol 500? Is that safe for pain?
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Hello, You can give him calpol 250mg suspension. But you also visit a dentist and get it treated . Self medicating for long time is not advisable . And the pain may also reduce the feeding capacity of the child and weakness my develop.

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Hi! Any medication for kids is given according to their weight. However calPol 250mg suspension should suffice if he is average built.
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Injudicious use of any medication is harmful

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It is advisable to visit a dentist for consultation and proceed with necessary treatment as delay in treatment can also hamper health of other teeth.
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I suggest to give your son the medicines prescribed by your dentist once he has been examined thoroughly

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Yes.. u may give him half a tab of calpol 500mg...it will be effective...

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