Should we consult a doctor for our 9-month-old baby (weighing 11 kg) who has an underarm temperature of 98 to 99 degrees with no cough or cold, and is 5 ml of Calpol the correct dose for him?
An underarm temperature of 98 to 99?F is actually completely normal for a nine-month-old baby. Since he has no fever, cough, or cold, there is no need to give him Calpol (paracetamol) right now. For future reference, paracetamol dosing depends on the liquid's strength. For an 11 kg baby, 5 mL of infant Calpol (120 mg/5 mL) is a safe dose if a true fever (above 100.4?F) develops. Avoid giving medication unless necessary.
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Should we consult a doctor for our 9-month-old baby (weighing 11 kg) who has an underarm temperature of 98 to 99 degrees with no cough or cold, and is 5 ml of Calpol the correct dose for him?