Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children3 years agoA. 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 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 decurease fever.
Adequate fluid intake is also beneficial.
Urine output monitoringh is necessary to avoid dehydration .
RashmiMom of a 11 yr old girl3 years agoA. No you should not be giving any antibiotics without consulting the doctor because antibiotic the one you are talking about be given without Dr’s consent so if you want to give any medicine specially you cannot go ahead with your doctor’s consent for thatWrite Your Answer Here
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