Patient's question:
Infant sublingual body temperature 38.5°C - Can amoxicillin be taken?Previous treatment history and effectiveness: None
Desired assistance: A 1.5-year-old infant's sublingual body temperature, measured with a thermometer showing 38.5°C, flushed face, listless, very hot head. I applied a fever reducer patch and gave the child amoxicillin, calibuvir, and paracetamol-yellow antihistamine granules. Is this appropriate? The child got cold last night because they didn't wear a blanket. 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 not target the child's illness effectively.Recommendation: First, go to the hospital for a complete blood count to identify the pathogen 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 kind of medication can be used, but it's best to be targeted. Additionally, the dosage should be one-third of an adult's dose.