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Is Meftal P Advisable For High Fever In A Child?

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Posted on Mon, 11 Jul 2016
Question: I have given paracetamol to my 18 month old son 3 hour back it the fever is 102 can I give metal p
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Answered by Dr. Diptanshu Das (37 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Can be given.

Detailed Answer:
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The dosage interval of paracetamol and meftal P (mefenamic acid) is independent of each other. Hence you can give meftal P now. Also give tepid sponging.

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Is Meftal P Advisable For High Fever In A Child?

Brief Answer: Can be given. Detailed Answer: Thanks for asking on Health care magic. The dosage interval of paracetamol and meftal P (mefenamic acid) is independent of each other. Hence you can give meftal P now. Also give tepid sponging. Regards