Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children3 years 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 .other medicine like mefenamic acid ibuprofen can also be given .
Lukewarm sponge bath can be given as home remedy to decrease fever.
Adequate gfluid intake is also ubeneficial.
Urine output monitoring is necessary to avoid dehydration .
s madaanMom of a 9 yr 8 m old girl3 years agoA. calpol is given by the doctors you can check with the doctor for the amount of medication given to be given to the baby it is important to talk to the doctor before inducing any medication to the baby
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