Hi My Kid Is 2yrs9mnths Old. Vomitted 3times Since 4PM

Posted on Sat, 2 Feb 2019

Question: Hi my kid is 2yrs9mnths old. Vomitted 3times since 4PM today. Not eating anything.
Can we give him emeset 2mg syrup? If yes how much?
Thanks

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (51 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
You can give emeset...

Detailed Answer:
Hi,

You can give emeset syrup. May I know his current weight? The dose is based on body weight.

Further, does he have symptoms such as loose stools / fever?

Awaiting your response..

Regards

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Follow up: Dr. Dr. Prasad J (15 minutes later)

Weight 16kg, No fever or loose motion till now. Pls advise

Answered by Dr. Dr. Prasad J (35 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
3.5ml of emeset...

Detailed Answer:
3.5ml of emeset syrup can be given. The dosage can be repeated once every 8 hours if vomiting recurs.

Incase vomiting persist even after taking emeset, it is advisable to consult his doctor for evaluation.

Hope this helps. Let me know if you need clarifications.

Regards

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad