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How Can Fever In An Infant Be Treated?

Hi My 10 month old son is having fever from afternoon. earlier it was 99-101 and we gave calpol to him first 2,5 ml and then after 6 hrs 5 ml. But fever is not coming down. Can we give him Imol (after 6hrs of giving calpol). No out of hours GP available now.
Thu, 7 Dec 2017
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Good Evening,
Thanks for given information,suggest you medicine might helpful for baby fever
syrup. ibuprofen
2+2
Here are some methods to try:
Place a cool, damp washcloth on your child's forehead while baby rests.
Give your child a lukewarm tub bath or a sponge bath. .
Keep him hydrated. It's important that baby keeps taking breast milk or formula during a fever to avoid dehydration
Thanks for consult,
Regards,
Dr,Naeem. MD
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How Can Fever In An Infant Be Treated?

Good Evening, Thanks for given information,suggest you medicine might helpful for baby fever syrup. ibuprofen 2+2 Here are some methods to try: Place a cool, damp washcloth on your child s forehead while baby rests. Give your child a lukewarm tub bath or a sponge bath. . Keep him hydrated. It s important that baby keeps taking breast milk or formula during a fever to avoid dehydration Thanks for consult, Regards, Dr,Naeem. MD