Safety Tips for Giving Medication to Your Baby
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If you baby is sick and needs medication, it's critical that you only administer the exact dosage prescribed by the physician. While adults and older children might be able to get away with doses that are 'close enough' this is very risky for a baby.
With a baby being so much smaller you need to be aware that only a small variance in the dose can have a dramatic effect on the results. Even little changes in your baby's weight will have a big affect on the amount of medication your medical professional will prescribe.
Be certain to administer the medication using the measuring cup or spoon that usually accompanies it. If one isn't supplied make sure that you buy an accurate dosage measure that you can rely on.
Don't give doses based on a teaspoon, as the size of teaspoons can vary greatly. This can greatly increase the risk of administering more medication than is necessary or safe for your baby. In the worst case scenario, an imprecise dosage of medication could negatively impact your baby's health instead of helping him.
You should also never make your own judgment on the amount of medication that your child needs. This can endanger your child's health without you realizing it. Be sure to check with your doctor if in doubt.
If you're considering using natural treatments, remember that they can sometimes be very powerful. And the fact that they are natural doesn't make them 100% safe for your child. Natural remedies will affect your baby much differently than they would a grownup, and might even cause severe health problems.
Sadly, those who sell these natural remedies aren't always knowledgeable enough about the effects of the products and their advice could be unreliable. All too often, they are unknowingly risking the health of the individual who uses the product. Remember, it's important to consult with a medical professional before trying out natural remedies on your baby.
In the early stages of your baby's development it is best to rely on trusted medical practitioners. Sickness in a small baby can advance very quickly to a critical level. Don't take the chance of administering medications that might harm your baby's health.
About the Author
If you have a new baby in the house, you'll want to check out more of Ashley King's aricles at Best Baby Advice, where you'll find lots of helpful information on baby care and feeding, safety, health and more.
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