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hello doctor my baby is 20 months. she has a fever 37.6 C. can I give p120 5 ml
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Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children3 years agoA. A proper evaluation is required regarding this so it is more favourable to take guidance with your local doctor and accordingly you will be befinited cFever 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 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 .with the best and in a proper manner.
If any more queries you can take online consultation also.
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