i know it was a childrens otc cold med. that i gave him (doctors advice) but what is the best kind? and dose for a 25lb. 17mo. otherwise healthy baby boy? he is coughing and starting to have a runny nose and slight fever. thanks.
2006-10-08 00:25:08 · 7 answers · asked by _123456_ 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
If you're unsure, I suggest either getting a pharmacist's recommendation or taking a visit to your doctor. It's better to be safe than sorry when dealing with medicine and children.
2006-10-08 00:33:26 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I work at a hospital so I get to ask all these questions about my kids to the doctors. The most recomended for fever is Motrin. Otherwise Pediacare for colds, just make sure you check the Pediacare bottle, a lot of times there is medicine in there for fever too. Hope your lil guy gets better!
2006-10-08 00:35:39 · answer #2 · answered by alcollar329 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My twins had a cold last week and at first we gave them Tylenol Cold the .25 marker, now we are giving them Little Colds and we give them to the .75 marker.
It should tell you on the box what amount to give them at a certain age. You may want to consult your doctor as well.
Hope this helps..
2006-10-09 17:13:58 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I call the Pharmacy when I have a Dosage question, especially on a baby. It sounds like you might need an antibiodic too.
2006-10-08 00:34:59 · answer #4 · answered by bama37 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my son is around the same weight and he is 15 months old. i give him 2 ml. i give him childrens cough and cold medicine
2006-10-08 00:40:56 · answer #5 · answered by Ruth 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
PANADOL(PARACETAMOL, CALPOL ETC) OR NUROFEN(IBUPROFEN)- 5 ML EVERY 4-6 HOURS. IT DEPENDS ON THE WEIGHT OF THE KID, BUT THAT'S THE AVERAGE DOSAGE.
2006-10-08 00:39:08 · answer #6 · answered by Stella 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Calpol? Best to ask at your pharmacy
2006-10-08 00:28:25 · answer #7 · answered by Taylor29 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋