What should I do if my 4-year-old son's high fever of 102 to 103 degrees is not coming down after giving him the prescribed paracetamol 250 mg and Augmentin syrup?
It can be very worrying when your little one's fever stays high, but please stay calm. Since he recently started amoxicillin-clavulanate (Augmentin), it can take 24 to 48 hours to help fight the infection. Ensure the paracetamol dose matches his current weight, and do not give extra doses. Keep him comfortable by offering plenty of fluids, dressing him in lightweight clothing, and using lukewarm sponge baths. Avoid cold water. If he becomes unusually lethargic, has difficulty breathing, or if the fever remains high after 3 days, please consult his pediatrician or seek immediate medical attention.
Ask Apollo
AI powered Health Chatbot
What should I do if my 4-year-old son's high fever of 102 to 103 degrees is not coming down after giving him the prescribed paracetamol 250 mg and Augmentin syrup?
What should I do if my 4-year-old son's high fever of 102 to 103 degrees is not coming down after giving him the prescribed paracetamol 250 mg and Augmentin syrup? | Apollo Pharmacy