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 .
Lukewarm sponge bath can be given as home remedy to decreafse fever.
Adeqxuate fluid intake is also beneficial.
Urine output monitoring is necessary to avoid dehydration .
Ankita MehtaMom of a 9 yr 1 m old girl3 years agoA. hi
the dosage of Medicine depends on Child's age health and weight
so please give it as per your doctor's prescription or as per instructions given on packet.
you can give Sponge bath to your child which help to reduce surface temperature.
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