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What Are The Repercussions Of The Accidental Ingestion Of Thyronorm By A Child?
Question: my nephew 3 year boy swallowed 125 mcg thyronorm .He chewed and swallowed what are the problems he have to face? he consumed 125 strength 3 tabs.
what steps we have to take and what all precautions we take in his case
what steps we have to take and what all precautions we take in his case
Brief Answer:
Be on Lookout for increased heart rate and diarrhea.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
You need not panic or worry. This is not a life-threatening dose or toxic dose.
You should be on the lookout for faster heart rate, agitation, sleeplessness, diarrhea and vomiting.
If these develop I suggest you take opinion from his pediatrician.
Hope I have answered your query.
Regards,
Dr. Sumanth Amperayani, Pediatrician, Pulmonology
Be on Lookout for increased heart rate and diarrhea.
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
You need not panic or worry. This is not a life-threatening dose or toxic dose.
You should be on the lookout for faster heart rate, agitation, sleeplessness, diarrhea and vomiting.
If these develop I suggest you take opinion from his pediatrician.
Hope I have answered your query.
Regards,
Dr. Sumanth Amperayani, Pediatrician, Pulmonology
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