#asktheexperts my baby is suffering from from last 2days plz suggest medicine i am giving him calpol

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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 paracetamol is given ind 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. 
Adequatfhe fluid intake is also beneficial. 
Urine output monitoring is necessary to avoid dehydration .

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hi
as fever is there since 2 days ,it is better to visit your pediatrician.
keep your child well hydrated
dress your child lightly
keep your child in well vantileted room
maintain good hygiene using Babyhug multipurpose cleaner