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Can Meftal P Be Given To Children For Fever?
Hello Sir, My daughter (2.5 yrs) is currently having high fever 102. It went upto 102.7 but with sponging it dropped to 102. We gave Calpol 3 hours back but it is not helping. Can I give her Meftal p to control fever. If so, how much quantity can I give? Please suggest.
Fri, 10 Oct 2014
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I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Meftal P can be given, if prescribed, in doses of 5 ml every 8 hour, but if there is possibility of viral fever with warning signs like poor oral acceptance or pain in abdomen, rashes over body, and dull look then it is better and safe to use paracetamol only.
Better option will be to use paracetamol only (calpol), and do tepid sponging of whole body to bring down fever, and use Meftal P only after consulting your doctor.
You need to consult your doctor earliest if there is presence of warning signs.
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This information in no way establishes a doctor-patient relationship. Before doing anything based on this information, do consult your doctor. I recommend that online users seek the advice of a physician who can perform an in-person physical examination.
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Regards,
Dr. Suresh K Yadav
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Meftal P can be given, if prescribed, in doses of 5 ml every 8 hour, but if there is possibility of viral fever with warning signs like poor oral acceptance or pain in abdomen, rashes over body, and dull look then it is better and safe to use paracetamol only.
Better option will be to use paracetamol only (calpol), and do tepid sponging of whole body to bring down fever, and use Meftal P only after consulting your doctor.
You need to consult your doctor earliest if there is presence of warning signs.
DISCLAIMER: - All the information provided here is for information purpose only, it is not a substitute for the advice of a physician after physical examination, it is not intended to replace your relationship with your doctor.
This information in no way establishes a doctor-patient relationship. Before doing anything based on this information, do consult your doctor. I recommend that online users seek the advice of a physician who can perform an in-person physical examination.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Suresh K Yadav
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