Dengue tested

2021-11-03 16:35:36
My son 8 yrs , 45 kg .. has tested positive for dengue. Platelets 2.66lacs. I am advised for crocin 240 12.5 ml every 6 hourly. His fever is constant ranging from 101-102.5 . Can. I give him meftal also if the fever rises more than 102. Or any other medicine. Pls advise
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It is advisable not to use meftal in dengue fever
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Medication under prescription is advisable Follow your treating doctor advice

Answered2021-11-03 17:22:17

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It's better to avoid meftal .... Give crocin and also give antibiotic
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consult for Prescription

Answered2021-11-03 17:15:55

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Dont let the temperature shoot up more than 100. Within 6 hrs of the previously administered Syrup Crocin. Tepid sponging with normal water over the entire body. Keep him well hydrated with fluids upto 3-4 litres/day
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watch out for any changes in colour of urine any reddish spots or rashes over the body any disorientation in consciousness

Answered2021-11-03 16:58:49

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It’s better to avoid mental in dengue Cold sponging is better

Answered2021-11-03 16:56:36

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Do not use meftal or any similar pain killer medicine in dengue. It can help in decreasing platelet count which is not good. Only paracetamol is safe. If fever more than 102 use tepid water sponging.

Answered2021-11-04 06:30:02

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cold sponging.. add antibiotics.

Answered2021-11-03 16:37:37

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