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Doubt regarding medication
Query regarding dosage for my 10 year old daughter with 29 kg weight...she has developed fly symptoms since morning with nose block n throat dryness...complains of body ache if it worsens by night with fever can I give her calpal 500 one full tablet??? Or any other paracetamol recommended pls reply asap
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Hi, for a 10 year old child weighing 29 kg, a full 500mg Calpol tablet is too strong. Use a child appropriate paracetamol dose based on her weight. Rest, hydration and saline drops can help her feel better meanwhile. Feel free to consult for further guidance.
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For a 10-year-old weighing 29 kg, the standard paracetamol dose is 15 mg per kg per dose â which works out to approximately 435 mg. Calpol 500mg is slightly over this calculated dose but is generally acceptable as a one-time dose for a child this weight. It can be given every 6 hours if needed for fever or body ache, and is safe for flu-like symptoms. Make sure she stays well hydrated with warm fluids.
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Please consult me directly on Practo for a detailed evaluation if the fever crosses 102°F, persists beyond 2-3 days, or she develops rash or breathing difficulty.
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Steam inhalation with Vicks or eucalyptus oil two times before meals.
Suck anwala candy or dry plum or clove to get proper active saliva.
Nasal spray ciplox two times in both nostrils.
Tab zerodol sp HALF HALF HALF AFTER FOOD FOR FEVER N ACHS. ADVISE
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