There are certain
medical illnesses that can affect any individual anytime and needs only some
medicines to control them. They are usually infrequent but if severe or
frequent, medical help should be sought.
Fever
Fever is the
symptom of Infection in the body,and may be- viral , bacterial , or fungal. In
India Malaria, and Viral infection are very common. If the cause is found -treat
the cause .
For
symptomatic releif thefollwing measures are taken-
1) rest & very
light diet ,
2) cold sponging ,
3)medicines:- a.
Paracetamol..for adult; 500mg 3 times/day,
b.antibiotic-to prevent and controle infection.. ciprofloxin 500 mg (ciprobid)
two times/day.
c. B-complex (Beplex fort) for strength. Ues 3-4 days ,if no relief consult your
family doctor
Headache
This may be due to sun heat, tension, constipation, defective vision,
cold, fever, hunger, hypo tension etc. It may be ache or throbbing in nature.
It may be continuous or intermittent.
The cause, if found, should be treated.
Patient should be given :
paramet(calpol. 1 tab 3times/day,OR,
Combiflame or dolomed, 1 tab two times/day
aspirin(Ecosprin-150mg two times/day, or analgin(Capralgin 1 tab 3times/day).
Cold compress placed on the head also may be useful in some patients and can
be tried before taking the medication.
Earache
It
could be due to wax or boil in the external ear. Referred pain from the tooth
can also give rise to toothache. Air travel and cold can also lead to ear pain.
The cause should be found and treated. Consult a doctor. Analgesic should be
taken. Wax can be dissolved with soda glycerin eardrops and removed. Cold should
be treated.
Treatment: 1 clean the ear with warm water by syringingthe ear, using aurl syring
2.pour 3-4 drops of 4% xylocain in the ear for temparary relief
3.tab. Nise 100mg 1 tab 3times /day for 3-4 days
4.tab. Etomin 250 mg 1tab three times/day for 3-4 days
5.Ear drops Candibiotic - 2-3 drops 3 times /day for 3-4 days
Toothache
It
is due to tooth decay.
Take pain relief tablets.-Tyfizox(diclofenac+paracetamol)- 1tab three times
/day for 3-4 days
Use
local clove oil application.
Take antibiotic- Oflaxacin 200 mg(Oflamac) two times/day for 3-4 days
Get
the carried tooth extracted or cemented.
Cold and cough
It
is usually due to the viral infections or pharyngitis. Antihistamines are
useful. Take hot beverages and avoid cold foods. Nasal drops of saline can also
be relieving. Steam inhalations may help. Asthmatic patients should take their
inhalers of bronchodilators and steroids.
1.for releif "Rhino" or "Nozee" 1 tab 3 times / day for 3-4 days
2.to prevent infection take antibiotic- Roxierythromycin (Sirox 150 mg two
times /day foe 4-5 days
Abdominal pain
It
could be due to worms, loose motions and dysentery. Gas and constipation can
also lead to pain. Find the cause and treat it. Reassure the patient. Make
him/her comfortable. Hot water bags may give some relief and remove the gas.
Anti-spasmodic drugs : Dysmen or Cyclopam , 1 tab three times / day for
2-3 days can be taken.
Antacids- Digene or Gelusil 1 tab 3-4 times /day for 2-3 days
Loose motions
Loose motions It is due to infection of the intestine. Give the victim
plenty of oral fluids. Buttermilk, rice gruel, porridge, curds, are nutritious
and also decrease the loose motions and aid in water absorption. Spicy foods
should be avoided. Maintain hygiene. Wash hands well.
1.Sestil AD -1 tab every3-4 hours for 2-3day
2.dakson oz- 1/2 tab every 3-4 hours for 2-3day
Vomiting
Vomiting It is due to food poisoning or gastritis. Give sips of water.
Treat the cause.
1.Gelusil or other antacids 1 tab every3-4 hours for 3-4 days
2.Domperidone(Domstal) 1 tab 3 times / day for 3-4 days prevents further
vomiting.
3. IV saline (ringer lactate) 1-2 bottles to prevent Dehydration
Constipation
ConstipationIt is due to faulty diet. Certain drugs can also cause it.
The cause should be treated. Give lots of oral water, bananas, tomatoes and
fruits. Green and leafy vegetables should be taken in sufficient quantity in
the diet. The acute symptoms can be controlled with
1.isabgol,2-3 sppons mixed with warm water 2-times / day
2. dulcolax-2 tabs at bed time
3.liquid paraffin. 2-3 tablespoons swallowed every morning
4. if no relief go for soap water Enema
