prescribed amoxicillin 2 mls 3 times a day, and Pediacare multi symptom cough and cold .08 mls 3 times a day. How are we supposed to know know how much to give our child? only the pediacare came with a little cup and its not in mls its in tablespoons, I guess I have to stop by the pharmacy.
Also, is this combination good? if you look at my previous question I ask about my baby girl developing a snoring like stuffy nose at 6 weeks, she is now 8 weeks going on 9.
2007-02-20 14:49:09 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
I would get a dropper marked with millililters. It will be much easier to give liquid medication with the dropper and you will be able to measure it much more accurately.
As far as whether it's a good combination, stick with your doctor's advice on that. He's the only one who has seen her and he's also a doctor. None of us online know exactly what her illness is. Your baby is too little and I'm sure very sweet to take what might be bad advice from people who mean well but don't give good medical advice.
I hope she feels better soon.
2007-02-20 14:54:50 · answer #1 · answered by geekteacher1 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Go to the store and buy a baby medicine spoon. It is a hollow tube with a spoon on the end. Those things usually have both teaspoon and ml measurement markers.
The two medicines prescribed are very common. Just follow the directions the doctor gave you very carefully. If you're unsure or concerned, by all means, call your doctor back and ask the questions you have. Even the pharmacist can help. Don't ever be afraid to ask questions of these professionals..don't be shy and don't let them intimidate you or make your feel silly. Every new parent has these questions and concerns and you are the only person that can protect your child...so if you're ever unsure...ASK. Its your right and your duty. Good luck and I hope your baby girl is better soon!!!
2007-02-20 14:55:39 · answer #2 · answered by mrswho86 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am a nursing student and just started learning about conversions in medication. 1 Tablespoon equals 15 mL. 1 Teaspoon equals 5 mL. So for the amoxicillin less than 1/2 teaspoon three times a day. Hope this helps
2007-02-20 14:56:22 · answer #3 · answered by Lilat180 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Usually the pharmacy gives you a free medicine dropper with medicine for an infant. Droppers are usually marked in metric. A good rule to remember is 5 ml is equal to 1 teaspoon. So, 2 ml would be less than a half a teaspoon.
.08 would be less than 1 mil, so use your best judgement and err on the side of caution.
Don't know about that drug combo, I never had that prescribed for my kids.
2007-02-20 14:54:51 · answer #4 · answered by Stimpy 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There was a safety alert given recently about using multi-symptom over the counter medications for toddlers and infants. Please review it and call your doctor with any questions
http://www.consumerreports.org/mg/free-highlights/cr-health-alerts/safety-alert/over_the_counter_drugs.htm
That brand might be fine -- but ask if you have any questions.
Did he/she prescribe a vaporizer/humidifier? That can help the stuffiness (loosens things up). Some brands really put out the steam, though so be aware if you have decals or stuff on the walls.
Go to the pharmacy for the dropper with the ml on it.
Take care.
2007-02-20 14:57:33 · answer #5 · answered by kaliselenite 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
When my daughter got a cough, we were told by our pediatrician to give her Triaminic Cough & Cold. Speak to your local pharmacist for the correct dosage. Amoxicillin is also a good antibiotic for many things. When my daughter got an ear infection, this was prescribed to her via her pediatrician. I think that both antibiotics might be a little bit of over-kill. Again, I would consult a pharmacist about it before giving both to her. I'm not a doctor, so I can't say for sure.
2007-02-20 14:57:20 · answer #6 · answered by Makayla's Mom 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they gave her amoxicillian she doesn't have a cold she's getting an upper respiratory infection. The combo is fine. Just watch her on the amoxicillian. My daughter was prescribed some about the same age and I found it she's allergic. If anything looks different stop giving it and call the doctor. As far as the dosage go to the pharmacy and get a syringe thingee.
2007-02-20 14:55:31 · answer #7 · answered by makalas_mommy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My son is two months and he had a little cough. I gave him a little infant tylenol cough drops. He weighs 13 lbs. You give according to weight, smallest dosage for under 12 lbs. I found that saline drops helped, and a humidifier!!!! Just use the humidifier at night. It keeps moisture in the air and will help loosen mucus and you can suction it out.
She will be okay as long as its not whooping cough. Good luck
2007-02-20 14:56:08 · answer #8 · answered by Calebs Mom 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Pedialyte is to keep your baby hydrated. I never could get my kids to drink that stuff. But you do need to ask the pharmacist to give you a little medicine dispenser. Always ask for that when you go to the pharmacy.
2007-02-20 14:57:11 · answer #9 · answered by Mother of 5/Madre de 5 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need a dropper at her age anyway. The pharmacy will sell one w/ ml measurements.
2007-02-20 14:53:20 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋