Question
My one-year-old has a fever at nine months, blood tests show a viral infection, the doctor says the throat is red, and it seems to be a common cold. The fever has lasted less than three days, and he has received a fever-reducing injection and an antiviral drug called adenosine monophosphate. I read online that this antiviral drug has significant side effects, I’m not sure if I should continue giving it to my child?
Answer
Dear inquirer, it’s best to continue using it. Every medicine has side effects, but they usually do not cause significant harm at normal doses. It is recommended to encourage your child to drink more water and to focus on using the antiviral medication, which can help speed up recovery.