Patient's question:
A 5-year-old child has had a fever for two days with a high of 39 degrees. They have taken three doses of ibuprofen. On the first day, they took cefadroxil 125mg twice, with one bag each time. It was found that the dosage was too low, so they should take amoxicillin capsules, 0.25g each, one capsule each time, three times a day. The child has a fever, occasional cough, teeth grinding while sleeping, thick red tongue, dry lips. What medicine should they take? Should they receive an intravenous drip?Doctor's answer:
The condition of your child is symptomatic of a cold, which generally brings about symptoms such as coughing, phlegm, runny nose, and fever. The condition of your child requires active fever reduction treatment, and it may be necessary to receive intravenous fluid treatment. Regarding your child's condition, I recommend paying attention to rest, consuming light, warm, and easily digestible foods, which is very important. It is advisable to drink plenty of fluids. I suggest your child actively go to the hospital for a complete blood count examination to check. Do not solely rely on fever reduction treatment; it is necessary to have anti-inflammatory and antiviral treatment. Wishing your child good health. It is best to receive intravenous fluid treatment.