Is it safe to give a half tablet of Dolo 650 to an 11-year-old child weighing 35 kg for fever and body aches, and is 1000 mg the maximum daily limit of paracetamol for children?
Yes, giving a half tablet of Dolo 650 (providing 325 mg of paracetamol) is safe and appropriate for your 11-year-old child weighing 35 kg. For their weight, a single safe dose of paracetamol is between 350 mg and 525 mg, so 325 mg is a gentle, effective amount. Regarding the daily limit, 1000 mg is not the absolute maximum; a 35 kg child can safely receive up to 2000 mg in a 24-hour period, split into divided doses. Please ensure doses are spaced at least 4 to 6 hours apart, and consult your pediatrician if the fever or body aches persist beyond three days.
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Is it safe to give a half tablet of Dolo 650 to an 11-year-old child weighing 35 kg for fever and body aches, and is 1000 mg the maximum daily limit of paracetamol for children?