I'm concerned about my 2-year-old daughter who weighs about 12 kg. Shes been having constipation and after visiting the doctor, we were advised to give her 7.5 ml of Smuth Syrup every night. Is this dosage appropriate for a child her age? I'm a bit worried and just want to make sure its safe for her.

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