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 slight variations in weight will be taken into consideration when your doctor determines the medication dosage for your baby.
Make sure that you always use the measuring device that comes with the medication. If you didn't receive one along with your medication, be certain to buy one that provides precise measurements.
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. Even worse, you might be administering a dosage that will cause more harm than good to your baby.
As well, don't make a decision by yourself regarding the proper medication dosage for your baby. This can endanger your child's health without you realizing it. Be sure to check with your doctor if in doubt.
Natural health remedies are often very potent. And the fact that they are natural doesn't make them 100% safe for your child. Some natural products can even be toxic to a small baby and can do a lot of harm.
Unfortunately there are far too many people who don't have the necessary knowledge to give you the best advice when selling these 'natural' products. Too frequently, they can unwittingly cause harm to the person using the product. So once again always seek professional advice before using natural products for your baby.
While your baby is still in the early stages of development, you should only heed the advice of medical professionals. A baby can get to a critical stage of sickness very rapidly. Don't take the chance of administering medications that might harm your baby's health.
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