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Usage of Iron and Zinc syrup for my 3.5
We have been giving iron syrup every alternative day to my 3.5 years kid due to low hemoglobin levels. At the same time can we start to give Zinc syrup everyday as my child is hitting with infections frequently and also doctor suggested long back but we have not used ... however, please let us know can we use Zinc syrup everyday along with iron syrup every alternative day.
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Zinc is proven to help with frequent diarrhea not other infections. It can be given with iron if you wish.
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I totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided.
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Dr. G. Avinash MBBS, MD (Pediatrics) Fellowship in Neonatology
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You can give Iron syrup for 3 months dose calculated according to weight band .But Iron should not be given in acute infections .
Better to review with an old CBC report if done to determine the type of anemia .
Recurrent infections - need more detailed about the type of infection occurring each time and TLC counts to rule out any inborn errors of infection
Zinc you can give for 14 days mainly indicated for Acute gastroenteritis
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Consult a pediatrician in case of any severe infections and stop iron syrup during the episodes
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Yes ...You can give , There is nothing to worry
Ideally, For recurrent infection zinc should be given for 14 days only ( daily basis ) and
Iron should be given for 3 months ( daily basis )
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For immunity booster you can use Laktrum powder. It's very helpful
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Dr. Prashanth Kumar T
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Yes u can give
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Dr. Tangade Vishal Bhanudas
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Pune
Yes.
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