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Mom of a 12 yr 4 m old boy3 years ago

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which is better for a fever reducer, Tylenol or Motrin

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

Ankita MehtaMom of a 9 yr 2 m old girl3 years ago

A. give Sponge bath to reduce the temperature or you may apply onion slices on chest and back of your child.

Ankita MehtaMom of a 9 yr 2 m old girl3 years ago

A. hi well , calpol or peracetamol drops can be used but please use them undersupervision of pediatrician because the dosage depends on Child's Health, age and weight too

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