Patient's question:
Infant sublingual body temperature 38.5°C - Can amoxicillin be taken?Previous treatment history and effectiveness: None.
Regarding any assistance: A 1.5-year-old infant's sublingual body temperature, measured with a thermometer, shows 38.5°C. The child has a red face, appears listless, and has a very hot head. I applied a fever reducer patch and gave the child amoxicillin, calibavir, and paracetamol-antihistamine granules. Is this appropriate? The child got cold last night because they didn't cover up. They are a bit fussy.
Doctor's answer:
For this situation, you can temporarily take it this way. This can help with anti-inflammatory and fever-reducing effects, thoroughly clearing the virus, but excessive use of the medication may cause the child's illness to lack focus.Recommendation: First, go to the hospital for a complete blood count to determine what pathogen is causing the infection. Confirm targeted medication and, if necessary, receive intravenous treatment, as children are prone to pneumonia or convulsions, especially those with fever. This method of medication is acceptable, but targeted treatment is best. Additionally, the dosage should be one-third of an adult's dose.