Is it safe to give Paracetamol 250 mg syrup on an empty stomach to my 6.5-year-old son who has a 101?F fever and has been throwing up, even though he has not eaten since 3 PM and was recently given ORS, Lansoprajol 30 mg, and an Ondem injection?
Yes, it is safe to give paracetamol syrup to your son on an empty stomach. Unlike some other fever medicines, paracetamol is gentle and does not typically irritate the stomach. Since he recently received the Ondem (ondansetron) injection, his vomiting should settle, helping him keep the syrup down. Please continue offering ORS in small, frequent sips to keep him hydrated. If he continues to vomit, cannot keep fluids down, or if his fever persists despite the medication, please contact your pediatrician for a physical evaluation.