What actually helps a running stomach?
Most diarrhoea clears on its own — the real danger is dehydration. What to do first, and what to avoid. First job: replace fluids The biggest risk in diarrhoea is losing water and salts — especially for children and the elderly. Oral rehydration solution (ORS) after every loose stool is the single most important treatment. […]
Which painkiller should I take for body pain and fever?
Paracetamol or ibuprofen? What each one does, who should avoid which, and when pain needs a doctor. Paracetamol — the everyday option Gentle on the stomach and safe for most adults and children at the correct dose, paracetamol is the usual first choice for fever and mild-to-moderate pain. Never exceed the maximum daily dose, and […]
Fever, chills, body pain — is it malaria?
Malaria symptoms look like many other illnesses. Here’s what to watch for, and why a test beats a guess. The common signs Uncomplicated malaria typically brings fever, chills and sweating (often in cycles), headache, body aches, weakness, nausea, and loss of appetite. In children: refusal to eat, unusual sleepiness, or paleness. Why you should test […]
What malaria dose is safe for my child?
Children aren’t small adults — their dose depends on body weight. Here’s how weight-based dosing works. Dose follows weight, not age Paediatric Artemether + Lumefantrine (20mg/120mg) is dosed by body weight bands. Your pharmacist will match your child’s weight to the correct number of tablets per dose. Never guess, and never split an adult tablet […]
How do I know my medicine is original?
Fake medicines are a real danger in Nigerian markets. These five checks take less than a minute. Check 1 — The NAFDAC number Every legally sold medicine in Nigeria carries a NAFDAC registration number printed on the pack. No number, no purchase. For De Trans products: A4-101551 (antimalarials) and A4-101640 (azithromycin). Check 2 — The […]
How many days should I take antimalaria tablets?
Three days. Six tablets. No shortcuts. Here’s why finishing the full course matters more than feeling better. The short answer A complete course of Artemether + Lumefantrine is 6 tablets over 3 days for an average adult: 2 tablets on day one (8 hours apart), then one tablet morning and evening on days two and […]