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9 Month Old Child. Paracetamol Suspension Prescribed, Label Says Suitable For Children Over 6. Advise?
I have just been to the doctor with my 9 month old daughter and he has prescribed me paracetamol suspension for her. |I went to the harmacy to pick up my prescription and after taking out the bottle it clearly states only suitable for children over the age of 6. The label states - give one 5ml spoon 4 times daily. Please can you tell me what potential damage this would do as she clearly isnt old enough for such a dose.
Fri, 3 May 2013
Hi ,
Thank you for your query.
I understand your concern.
Paracetamol is one of the safest antipyretics till date.
Dose is 10-15mg/kg every 4 hrly.
There is no potential threat if prescribed at the right dosage.
If you have any further queries you are free to consult me.
Hope this answers your query.
Wishing a speedy recovery.
Do not worry we are there to help you out.
Have a nice day.
Thank you for your query.
I understand your concern.
Paracetamol is one of the safest antipyretics till date.
Dose is 10-15mg/kg every 4 hrly.
There is no potential threat if prescribed at the right dosage.
If you have any further queries you are free to consult me.
Hope this answers your query.
Wishing a speedy recovery.
Do not worry we are there to help you out.
Have a nice day.
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Hi
Thanks for your query.
I understand your concern
Relax,there is nothing to worry.
Paracetamol is very safe medicine and dose is 15mg/kg body weight.
It will not cause any damage when given in prescribed dosage.
It can be given every 4 to 6 hourly if fever is above 100F.
Wishing your baby good health.
God bless..
Thanks for your query.
I understand your concern
Relax,there is nothing to worry.
Paracetamol is very safe medicine and dose is 15mg/kg body weight.
It will not cause any damage when given in prescribed dosage.
It can be given every 4 to 6 hourly if fever is above 100F.
Wishing your baby good health.
God bless..
I find this answer helpful
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