hi my baby boy one and half year old he is suffering from feaver

2 Answers

Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children4 years ago

A. Fever is the reaction of the body towards any kind of infection or any inflammatory process in body and only when the temperature is above 99F it is considered as fever, so you can give paracetamol in a dose of 15 mg per kg body weight/dose as the first line treatment this dose can be again repeated after every 5 to 6 hours if again required and you can also do cold sponging of the body to reduce fever in between the doses ,but if it continues even thereafter you should consult your doctor for proper treatment. if the temperature is not controlled by paracetamol alone meftal p can be given in between as a single dose but only under medical guidance.these medicines will also work to relieve any pain or body ache to a good extent. forbut in case of infection in which the fever is associated with other problems also it is recommended to get th je clinical assessment done and get a proper treatment done by a doctor.

Lovleena MishraMom of 2 children4 years ago

A. What is his body temperature? Is it more than 100.3 degrees ? Dress him in weather appropriate clothes. Keep him under the fan or AC depending on the weather. Bathe him in lukewarm water. If the fever is too high and still does not subside even after following these steps, please give Paracetamol or Crocin Syrup depending on your kid's weight. Give Paracetamol or Crocin only when the kid has fever otherwise do not continue.