Author of questionFather of a 2 yr 5 m old girl1 Year agoA. I have given 2 dose of T98 till now in span of 10 hours bit still fever is constantly around 100 F
She is waking up at regular intervals also.
Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children1 Year 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 rfhemedy to decrease fever.
Adeqfuate fluid intake is also beneficial.
Urine output monitoring is necessary to avoid dehydration .
Sai Prasanthi R LMom of a 11 yr 7 m old boy1 Year agoA. Hello dear parent! It will reduce gradually. Give one more dosage after 6 to 8 hours depending on the severity of the symptoms. Consult your doctor for further assistance. Keep Babyhug medicine dropper handy
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