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My son is now 1 year and 4 months old. His weight is 8 kgs. How much dose of fepanil 250mg should be given to my baby according to weight.
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POOJA KOTHARIMom of a 8 yr 5 m old boy1 Year agoA. Fepanil is a brand name for paracetamol (acetaminophen), commonly used to reduce fever and relieve pain in children. The dosage for paracetamol is usually based on the child's weight.
For infants and children, the typical dosing guideline is:
- **10-15 mg of paracetamol per kilogram of body weight per dose.**
- The dose can be repeated every 4-6 hours as needed, but should not exceed 5 doses in 24 hours.
### Dosage Calculation
Given your child's weight (8 kg):
- Minimum dose: \( 10 \, \text{mg} \times 8 \, \text{kg} = 80 \, \text{mg} \)
- Maximum dose: \( 15 \, \text{mg} \times 8 \, \text{kg} = 120 \, \text{mg} \)
Therefore, a safe dose range for your son would be between 80 mg and 120 mg per dose.
### Fepanil 250 mg
If Fepanil comes in a 250 mg/5 ml suspension:
- 80 mg dose: \( \frac{80 \, \text{mg}}{250 \, \text{mg}} \times 5 \, \text{ml} = 1.6 \, \text{ml} \)
- 120 mg dose: \( \frac{120 \, \text{mg}}{250 \, \text{mg}} \times 5 \, \text{ml} = 2.4 \, \text{ml} \)
### Summary
- Administer between 1.6 ml to 2.4 ml of Fepanil 250 mg/5 ml suspension per dose.
- Repeat every 4-6 hours as needed, not exceeding 5 doses in 24 hours.
### Important Note
- Always use the measuring device provided with the medication for accurate dosing.
- Consult with your pediatrician before giving any medication to confirm the correct dose and ensure it’s safe for your child, especially if this is the first time administering it or if your child has any underlying health conditions.
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