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Is It Safe To Give Mefkind Forte For A Kid?

hallo doc....my daughter who is 2 1/2 years old is running temp of 102 every 4 hours since yesterday nd has severe cough .my doc advised me to give Mefkind Forte every 6 hours.but im kinda confused as shud i give such a high dosage medicine.,eny side effect for this medicine,please your advice for me
Thu, 5 Nov 2015
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Hi, i do care for your concern.
i am of the opinion that you need not panic right now.
this medicine can be safely given in children. but maintaining the correct dosage is needed and should be strictly adhered.
you can give the medicine without fear, hope the child gets well soon.
Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.
thank you.
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Is It Safe To Give Mefkind Forte For A Kid?

Hi, i do care for your concern. i am of the opinion that you need not panic right now. this medicine can be safely given in children. but maintaining the correct dosage is needed and should be strictly adhered. you can give the medicine without fear, hope the child gets well soon. Hope I have answered your question. If you have any further questions I will be happy to help. thank you.