
Can Meftal-P Be Given To Infant For Fever?

Brief Answer:
Meftal P can be safely given.
Detailed Answer:
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Your child is probably suffering from a viral infection.
Irrespective of the cause of fever, the temperature needs to be brought down by any means. Meftal P (mefenamic acid) is more effective than Ibugesic Plus (ibuprofen) and paracetamol in bringing down temperature. It can be given safely to a child of 4 years having a temperature of 102°F and without any other symptoms. The minimum interval between doses would be 6 hours.
Please note that Meftal P is a prescription medicine and needs to be prescribed by your treating physician.
Hope that helps.
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Meftal P can be safely given.
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.
Your child is probably suffering from a viral infection.
Irrespective of the cause of fever, the temperature needs to be brought down by any means. Meftal P (mefenamic acid) is more effective than Ibugesic Plus (ibuprofen) and paracetamol in bringing down temperature. It can be given safely to a child of 4 years having a temperature of 102°F and without any other symptoms. The minimum interval between doses would be 6 hours.
Please note that Meftal P is a prescription medicine and needs to be prescribed by your treating physician.
Hope that helps.
Regards
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