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Omnacortil soln 5ml

2021-09-01 11:59:43
My son is having 3 years 4 months and having cough from last 4 days. He was having fever for 2 days but no fever from last 48 hrs Omnacortil syrup given with azi and other syrup. Pls advice if Omnacortil is safe to use for 5 days twice a day 6 ml? Given by pediatrician
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Hello In my opinion better consult same pediatrician normal I use steroids rarely for any suspicion allergic cause without fever . Vanajaas Vatsalya child care clinic @Tirupati

Answered2021-09-02 02:18:50

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sorry. i don't use steroids. I would not give steroid for minor problem. Now for how many days you have given ?
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avoid steroid next time

Answered2021-09-01 12:59:48

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Yes. It's safe to give at this dose for 5 days. But if given longer than 5 days, it has to be adjusted. Always mention weight. Assuming weight to be around 12 to 14 kg.

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Please consult your doctor

Answered2021-09-01 12:01:00

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Syp Omnacortil not safe, it suppress immune response.
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Take online consulting if not better.
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Nebulised steroids are much safer than oral steroids.

Answered2021-09-01 13:37:07

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