Is it safe to give Meftal P to my 8-year-old child who weighs 20 kg, has a high fever, and is vomiting, and if so, what is the correct dose in milliliters (ml)?
While Meftal P (mefenamic acid) is used for fever, giving oral medicine while they are vomiting can further upset their stomach, and they may throw it up before it works. For a 20 kg child, the standard dose of Meftal P suspension (100mg/5ml) is typically 8 ml. However, because of the active vomiting, please do not give this medication right now. It is safest to consult a pediatrician immediately to address the vomiting and find a safer way to bring the fever down. Offer small, frequent sips of water or ORS to prevent dehydration.
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Is it safe to give Meftal P to my 8-year-old child who weighs 20 kg, has a high fever, and is vomiting, and if so, what is the correct dose in milliliters (ml)?