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What Should Be Done If Kid Has Swollen Ponstan 500mg?

my 3 year old got into my bag while i was hoovering and got my ponstan 500mg. I do not know how many of them were original in the pack and i asked her if she took one she said she did, i don t think she did but just to be on the safe side - what should i do? should i take her to hospital?
Mon, 28 Sep 2015
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Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.

I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Ponstan is not a completely safe drug for kids. Symptoms following acute overdoses are usually limited to lethargy, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, and epigastric pain, which are generally reversible with supportive care.

So, in case she shows any of the above, then take her to the pediatrician for proper clinical evaluation and treatment. In the mean while, give her plenty of fluids to keep her well hydrated.

Hopefully this will be of help. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care.

Regards,
Dr. Archana Verma
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What Should Be Done If Kid Has Swollen Ponstan 500mg?

Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Ponstan is not a completely safe drug for kids. Symptoms following acute overdoses are usually limited to lethargy, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, and epigastric pain, which are generally reversible with supportive care. So, in case she shows any of the above, then take her to the pediatrician for proper clinical evaluation and treatment. In the mean while, give her plenty of fluids to keep her well hydrated. Hopefully this will be of help. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care. Regards, Dr. Archana Verma