A combination of a low-grade fever, body aches, weakness, diarrhea, and acidity often points to a common viral infection, such as viral gastroenteritis (stomach flu). Sometimes, daily use of paracetamol can actually irritate your stomach, contributing to the acidity, or even lead to medication-overuse headaches if used continuously. Please focus on staying well-hydrated with water and oral rehydration solutions. Since your symptoms are persisting despite paracetamol, I highly recommend consulting a doctor. They can help identify the exact cause and guide you on the safest way to recover.

It is very reassuring that your tests for malaria, dengue, and typhoid are negative. Since paracetamol alone isn't breaking the fever, continuing the paracetamol and ibuprofen combination temporarily is reasonable, but please follow the package dosing closely to protect your stomach and liver. Given your symptoms have lasted five days, this could be a persistent viral syndrome or a developing bacterial infection. I recommend seeing a doctor for a physical exam, particularly to listen to your lungs. In the meantime, rest, stay well-hydrated, and use warm saline gargles.

At 14 months, persistent fevers are common as their immune systems fight off infections. Crocin (paracetamol) and Meftal (mefenamic acid) help temporarily lower the temperature and provide comfort, but they do not cure the underlying infection. As these medications wear off every 4 to 6 hours, the fever can naturally return. Please focus on keeping your baby hydrated and dressed in light clothing. Since the fever has lasted three days, it is very important to consult your pediatrician. They can evaluate your baby to identify the cause of the fever and ensure the correct medication doses.

For paracetamol (Crocin), the safe dosage depends entirely on your child's weight, not just his age. Generally, paracetamol can be given every 4 to 6 hours, up to a maximum of 4 times in 24 hours. Please do not give it more frequently than every 4 hours, even if the fever returns. To ensure he gets the exact, safe dose, please check the packaging for weight-based dosing or consult his pediatrician. Keeping him hydrated and using cool compresses can also help soothe him in between doses.

Because she has acute tummy pain, severe chills, and a fever not responding to paracetamol, she needs to be evaluated by a doctor right away. Please take her to an urgent care clinic or the nearest emergency room. These symptoms could indicate an infection, such as appendicitis, which requires a physical exam. In the meantime, keep her comfortable, offer small sips of water, and avoid giving any more medication or food until a doctor has examined her.

Crocin (paracetamol) can take up to two hours to show its full effect, so it may just need a little more time. For your safety, always wait 4 to 6 hours between doses of paracetamol, and never exceed 4,000 mg in 24 hours. To help you feel more comfortable right now, try lukewarm sponge baths, stay well-hydrated, and rest. If the fever remains high after 4 hours, consult a healthcare provider about alternative options like ibuprofen. Please seek immediate medical care if you develop breathing difficulties, confusion, or a stiff neck.