Nothing is more stressful for parents than a baby running a high fever or crying inconsolably from infant colic. At Al Dewan Pharmacy, pediatric health is a top priority. In this guide, we provide essential dosage safety rules, fever management steps, and gentle colic remedies for babies.
1. Infant Fever: When to Treat and Safe Dosages
- What Defines a Fever? A rectal, ear, or forehead temperature of 38.0°C (100.4°F) or higher.
- Infant Paracetamol (e.g., Panadol Baby, Adol): Safe from 2–3 months of age. Dosage is strictly based on your child’s weight, not age (standard: 10–15 mg per kg per dose, every 4–6 hours, max 4 times in 24 hours).
- Infant Ibuprofen (e.g., Nurofen for Children): Suitable only for infants older than 3 to 6 months. Best for higher fevers with inflammatory symptoms.
- Never Give Aspirin: Aspirin must never be administered to children or teenagers due to the risk of Reye’s syndrome.
2. Calming Infant Colic & Gas Discomfort
- Simethicone Drops (e.g., Dentinox, Infacol): Breaks surface tension of trapped gas bubbles so babies can burp easily without systemic absorption.
- Probiotic Drops (e.g., BioGaia, Lactobacillus reuteri): Clinically proven to support immature gut flora and reduce daily crying time in breastfed and formula-fed infants.
- Anti-Reflux Feeds & Teats: Specialized anti-colic bottles prevent excess air intake during feeding.
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