Q: Is it safe to give my 1-year-old malaria drugs, antibiotics, and a multivitamin all at the same time?

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Q: My 1-year-old is on malaria medication and antibiotics. Is it safe to also give him his daily multivitamin? I'm a little concerned about mixing all three together. Should I pause the multivitamin for now?

A: Generally, it’s safe for a 1-year-old to take malaria medication, antibiotics, and multivitamins together. However, there can sometimes be interactions between medications. It’s best to check with the pediatrician who prescribed these medications to make sure the combination is safe and to get advice on proper dosing and timing. Your doctor can confirm if any adjustments are needed based on your child’s specific medications and health.

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