Is Overdosing On Duolin A Serious Concern In A Child?

Posted on Mon, 15 Jan 2018

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Mon, 15 Jan 2018 Answered on

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Question : I just gave my two year old 7 ml duolin . My doctor had said 1. I miscalculated. Please tell if what I have done is very wrong and what shud I do next

Answered by Dr. Sumanth Amperayani (12 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Don't panic - watch for agitation

Detailed Answer:
Hi...I understand your concern. Please do not panic.

Please watch for agitation, sleeplessness and increased heart rate and poor feeding in the baby.

Please let me know the date of birth and current weight of the baby.

I will get back to you.

Regards - Dr. Sumanth

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