Thanks for that feedback girls. I was kind of expecting some back lash (like in some previous posts) about giving the wrong dosage etc. But I just think it's common sense really. I appreciate that many GP's may say not to do it but I believe like most things they are just covering their own buts. I trust my own intuition and as I said it wouldn't be the first time a drug company scared people into buying products.
I'm also feeling a bit rude not addressing the OP as I have hijacked your thread! I would be pretty horrified if I left ds witih someone and they gave his drugs without asking me. Unless I was uncontactable and ds was really distressed and it was definitely pain that was the problem.
Cherished, my DS vomits on contact with oral panadol and can't take ibuprofen due to renal issues. On the rare occasions her has required analgesia or an anti-pyretic I have use the PR Panadol (suppositories). They are fantastic, and work very quickly. I use a little bit of lube and wear a glove. My DS is now 6 and lies on his tummy if I need to insert one. As long as he relaxes his bottom there is no discomfort for him. If I have needed to use it, he has been unwell enough that the idea of a suppository doesn't bother him!
I have given adult panadol to my children, but again I am also a nurse so feel quite comfortable doing so. OP I don't like the fact that someone is possibly giving your child any medication without your say so. Maybe next time she looks after your child put a bottle of baby panadol in the nappy bag JIC so she is not tempted to use adult panadol. I would also tell her you want to be notified if medication is required before giving it
I always put panadol/nurofen in DDs nappy bag if she is being babysat. I will also write a note saying what dosage to give her if she needs it, i dont care if its my mum, SIL or MIL i still do it because i want to ensure they do as i say. But i also write my numbers down so they can call before giving her any pain relief.
I would be absolutely livid if a family member or friend offered my DD any medicines/pain relief that i haven't specified is ok.
i don't know the article but a paramedic & baby first aid trainer told me that if you think a baby is sick enough to need paracetomol, then they should be going to the doctor anyway. i'm not sure if that's a little extreme but i do believe on erring on the side of caution.
my biggest issue, like others, would be with someone potentially giving your child medication without you knowing or telling you afterwards. i'd be seriously unimpressed with their attitude as well!
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