4th Pediatric Infectious Diseases Conference
 
 
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Question
Sir, Are mosquito repellents like odomos, Good Night etc safe for infants? What about sprays like Baygon etc? Thank you.
Answer
Mosquito repellents containing DEET (10%) or citronella are used in children. Excess use of DEET can cause adverse effects. Baygon in excess dose is harmful as it may lead to poisoning. There have been studies that show that prolonged use of mosquito mats (coils and mats using Allethrin -a synthetic pyrethroid) can lead to corneal damage, shortness of breath, asthma and even damage liver in the long run. Infants exposed to mosquito repellent mats have been known to suffer from convulsions. Always use mosquito repellents with caution in children.
 
 
 
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Should teicoplannin, colistin be used in case of neonatal sepsis where culture does not reveal any organism_?
No, it should be used only after drug sensitivity report
Yes, under guidance of an infectious disease expert
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