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Father of a 4 yr 1 m old girl3 years ago

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My daughter is 13 months old. Today she had fever of 99.8 degree and hence visited doctor. Doctor suggested us Zifi drops, which is anti biotic. Is antibiotic good for such a little one?

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Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children3 years ago

A. 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 rerpeated after 4-6 hrs if needed .other medicine like mefenamic acid ibuprofen can also be given . Lutkewarm sponge bath can be given as home remedy to decrease fever. Adequate fluid intake is also beneficial. Urine output monitoring is necessary to avoid dehydration .

Nihita mittalMom of a 7 yr 10 m old boy3 years ago

A. good evening antibiotics are available for small children also they are made accordingly so you don't need to worry definitely you can go ahead and give it to the child if it has been prescribed by the doctor

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