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How to treat persistent cough in my child?
Query: Hello doctor,My 4-year-old daughter has a lingering cough for the past two months. Is it true that if the child is not dewormed, symptoms of a cough and wheezing persist? Read Full »
Dr. Bhaisara Baraturam Bhagrati
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Always it is advisable that the child is dewormed every six months. Bandy-Plus (Ivermectin and Albendazole) once in the night after meals. Since the child is having a cough for two months, it is advisable to have an X-ray of the chest. Does your child have a history ... Read Full »
Is it safe to repeat Bandy dose in a child with worm infestation?
Query: Hello doctor, My baby is 2 years and 6 months old. She is having worms in her poo and also having new white patches on her hand. I consulted with her pediatrician. He advised giving syrup Bandy 10 ml, it is 400 mg HS and a repeat dose after a week. Is it safe to repeat the dose? Read Full »
Dr. Bhaisara Baraturam Bhagrati
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Your baby is suffering from worm infestation, where deworming medication like Bandy (Albendazole) is to be given. It is safe to repeat the dose after a week if the baby is having an excessive worm. Make sure you deworm baby every six months t... Read Full »
My child has a beta thalassemia trait. Can Albendazole be given to her for deworming?
Query: Hello doctor, My child who is 20 months old has a beta thalassemia trait. Her immunization is up to date. She has no complaints now. Her recent routine blood tests (LFT) revealed a little bit of an increase in SGOT value. Some abnormalities in the hemogram are also observed. I am sending you the r... Read Full »
Dr. Bhaisara Baraturam Bhagrati
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. I went through her reports (the attachments removed to protect the patient's identity). 1. Yes, you can do deworming with Albendazole (antiprotozoal agent). 2. Dose for less than 2 years old is 5 ml (one teaspoon). 3. The reports are no... Read Full »