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Meftal P to 9.5 months baby

2024-06-29 10:57:47
My baby is 9.5 months old, having fever when I give him paracetamol his fever rises again in 4 hrs, when I give him meftal -P he gets his fever in 6hrs his temperature is between 100-101, what could be the reason is it safe?
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Fever will keep recurring till infection is there. For viral its take 4-7days to recover. Please consult your paediatrician for clinical examination and requirement of any further investigations.

Answered2024-06-29 11:09:42

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Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment

Answered2024-06-30 11:41:46

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Fever is basically our body's way of fighting infection.So it can be there for 3-5days in an infection.Better to reduce use of Meftal and give paracetamol alone.
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Consult pediatrician for further examination and tailoring of medicines.
Health Tips
maintain good hydration- good oral intake of fluids.

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Timing of medicine is important Give paracetamol only when armpit temp is above 101F

Answered2024-06-29 11:35:52

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