Family Tips

In contrast to some other viral infections, the flu doesn’t usually demand serious medical treatment. Doctor may prescribe an antiviral medicine, but they usually only shorten the course of the infection by just 1 or 2 days.
In the meantime offer your child plenty of water to prevent dehydration. If your child is tired of drinking water, try soft fruits, for example, like melons or grapes or fruit juice to keep your child hydrated.
Encourage your child to rest in bed, reading of magazines, books, listening to quiet music or watching a favorite movie. Try to avoid energetic games which will tire the child.
Let your child take acetaminophen or ibuprofen to relieve aches and pains, but do not give aspirin without the doctor’s prescription.
If your child’s doctor does recommend medicine to ease flu symptoms, call first to your local pharmacy. Because many pharmacies may have difficulty keeping certain child’s medicines in stock.