Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children2 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 spgonge bath can be given as home remedy to decrease feveyr.
Adequate fluid intake is also beneficial.
Urine output monitoring is necessary to avoid dehydration .
RashmiMom of a 11 yr old girl2 years agoA. No, you cannot give antibiotics rough just like that because you feel like giving a you only have to give paracetamol whatever medicine you have available at home and if you want to go Edu Theni antibiotics for any of the issues then you have to consult your paediatrician regarding Dad.
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