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Is Meftal P Syrup Ok To Give Instead Of Meftal P Suspension?

hi doctor, my 1 year old daughter is running temp since y'day. i was giving crocin drops every 5-6 hours. the fever was above 101 deg F some time ago and i have been advised to give meftal P suspension for her instead of crocin.is it OK to give meftal P syrup.

posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014

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Pediatrician, Pulmonology , Dr. Sumanth Amperayani's Response

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

Paracetamol can be given in the dose of 15mg/kg/dose every 4 to 6 hours. I suggest not using combination medicines for fever, especially with paracetamol. Meftal-P contains mefenamic acid which is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). It carries the risk of gastritis and renal problems in the long run. Please do not use Meftal-P.

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

Regards,
Dr. Sumanth Amperayani

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Is Meftal P Syrup Ok To Give Instead Of Meftal P Suspension?

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