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Father of a 3 yr 10 m old boy2 years ago

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My 1.5 yrs baby got cold ,cough,fever , should I give him antibiotic again as it was given a month ago when he had cold and cough..?

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ExpertDr. Mohammed imranPaediatrician2 years ago

A. no dont self medicate give antibiotics only when Indicated most infection are of viral origin they dont need antibiotics In fever give pcm drops as prescribed by your doctor give tepid water sponging maintain hydration if the problem perissts kindly consult your doctor for proper examination and medication maintain hygeine

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