hi Dr. my baby is 5months 20days old and he is suffering from fever from yesterday , temperature is in btwn 99 to 100.6 ° . he also has some cold ,and cough ,,, his voice is little bit change due to cold ,, I'm giving him paracetamol and ZEAL kid drops ... what I need to change in his medication.. please suggest,,

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Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children2 years 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 paracetamol is given in a dodtse 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. Adequatfe fluid intake is also beneficial. Urine output monitoring is necessary to avoid dehydration .

Sai Prasanthi R LMom of a 11 yr 6 m old boy2 years ago

A. Hello dear parent! Avoid self medication. Consult your child’s doctor for a personal evaluation and advice. Continue to exclusively breastfeed until 6 months completion. Keep Babyhug baby rub handy. Good luck and take care

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