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Mom of a 2 yr 2 m old girl1 Year ago

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#asktheexpert how much time gap should i give to second dose of paracetmal medicine in fever

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Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children1 Year ago

A. Fever is a reaction of the body to different pyrogens released during any Infection. Usually temp more than 99 F is taken as fever . Mostly in children fever is because of viral infections like flu or RSV where the fever is there for 4-5 days but may persist even upto 2 weeks . Initially antipyretic like paracetjhoamol is given in a dose of 15 mg / kg/ dose. Can be repeated after 4-6 hrs if needed . Lukewarm sponge bath can be given as home remedy to decrease fever. Adequate fluid intake is also beneficial. Urine output monitoring is necessary to avoid dehydration .

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NikithaMom of 2 children1 Year ago

A. hello usually 6 hours to 8 hours gap is given between each dose of paracetamol and if the fever is more than it can be given a 4 hours but not before that and any concern it would be better to check with your doctor and she will be able to guide you accordingly

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