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Mom of a 4 yr 6 m old boy2 years ago

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my son is 2 years 1 mnth he is having fever 102.5°Fso i gave him paracetamol250mg + mefenamic acid 100mg around 5ml please suggest me how much dose in ml to be given and is it ok if I am not giving him any antibiotic so paracetamol ong with mefenamic acid could treat fever.

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ExpertDr. Mohammed imranPaediatrician2 years ago

A. antibiotics is only indicated when its bacterial infection give only when prescribed by your doctor dont self medicate 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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