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My daughter is 6 years and 9 months. She is under weight. Shall I give pedia sure for her growth.shall u suggest me a better medicine for her growth.
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U can give her pediasure. But first confirm if she s actually underweight or no. Also diet is equally important as pediasure will help initially diet needs to improve
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