Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children3 years agoA. Fever is commonly seen in babies and mostly it's viral infection which is very common in children.
But if fever is high grade and persisting or assosiated with specific symptoms than other causes should also be ruled out .
Antipyretic like paracetamol or ibuprofen or mefenamic acidgr are usually given to reduce fever . Cold sponging with lugkewarm water is also helpful .
Doctor consultation should be done if symptoms like excessive irritability dullness loss of appetite less urine output is there .
POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy3 years agoA. For children aged 6-7 years: 240-250 mg every 4-6 hours up to a maximum of four doses daily. For children aged 4-5 years: 240 mg every 4-6 hours up to a maximum of four doses daily.
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