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Can Ponstan Be Given To An Infant For Fever?
Hi. I have a 16 month old with temp of 38.6 this am. Wondering about giving her ponstan. Seems fine, still eating and drinking, slightly lethargic and clingy but still happy enough and not in discomfort that I can see. usually use neurefen,but someone told me pons tan better at reducing fever. What say your?
Wed, 15 Oct 2014
Ponstan (mefenamic acid) is very effective in controlling fever and can be given to a child of 16 months of age. Ponstan (mefenamic acid) is more effective than Nurofen (ibuprofen) but both are good medicines and can be given. Most of the fevers in children of this age is due to viral cause and does not need antibiotics. The medicines that you mentioned are enough for managing the fever. You may also give sponging with water at room temperature.
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