How Much Decolic Syrup Is Safe For A Toddler To Consume?

Posted on Thu, 5 Apr 2018

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Question : hi dr,my son is 2yrs old.what should be the exact amount of decolic syrup I cn give him?

Answered by Dr. Arun (20 minutes later)

Brief Answer:

5ml

Detailed Answer:

Hi,

The Decolic syrup contains dicyclomine and Simeticone. Usual dose range prescribed for a 2-year-old kid is between 3 ml to 5ml each time, usually given 2 or 3 times a day maximum.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Arun, Pediatrician, Pulmonology

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Remy Koshy

Follow up: Dr. Arun (32 minutes later)

ok.if he suffering frm running nose den wht medicine shld I gv him and he much?

Answered by Dr. Arun (13 minutes later)

Brief Answer:

Antihistamine

Detailed Answer:

Hello,

I usually give antihistamine like cetrizine syrup 3 ml twice a day. However, it is better to get him checked by your pediatrician after a dose or two. Avoid giving medicines more than a day on your own.

Hope I have answered your query.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Arun, Pediatrician, Pulmonology

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana