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Regarding iron and calcium drops

2022-08-16 11:12:10
Is it okay to continue iron and calcium drops after 1year age? For various reasons I have not been able to give them to my baby regularl basis. If yes, what would be the dosage? My baby is 8kgs, 12m old.
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Yes its ok No need to give regularly if your baby taking food proper

Answered2022-08-16 11:14:40

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After 1 year, no role of any multivitamins or supplements. Calcium medicine don't carry much meaning here. Iron drops also not advised until a doctor advises for the same. Syp Tonoferon (80mg/5ml) 1.5ml once a day For 3 months in total. But better to take a consult and then give.

Answered2022-08-16 13:18:32

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No need...give proper diet supplement

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