What medicine should be used for children with fever?
Recently, fever in children has become a hot topic of concern to parents. As the seasons change and influenza peaks, many parents are looking for safe and effective ways to reduce fever. This article will combine the popular discussions on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide parents with a scientific guide to medication for children with fever.
1. Common causes of fever in children
According to recent medical and health platform data, the main causes of fever in children include:
| Reason | Proportion | Typical symptoms |
|---|---|---|
| viral infection | 65% | Fever, cough, runny nose |
| bacterial infection | 25% | High fever, local redness and swelling |
| vaccination reaction | 8% | Low-grade fever and discomfort at the injection site |
| Others | 2% | Professional diagnosis required |
2. Guidelines for Medication for Fever in Children
According to the recommendations of the State Food and Drug Administration and pediatric experts, the following points should be paid attention to when using medicines for children with fever:
| Drug name | Applicable age | Dosage standards | Things to note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acetaminophen | ≥3 months | 10-15mg/kg/time | Interval 4-6 hours, no more than 4 times in 24 hours |
| Ibuprofen | ≥6 months | 5-10mg/kg/time | Interval 6-8 hours, no more than 3 times in 24 hours |
| Chinese medicine antipyretic patch | All ages | According to the instructions | Assists cooling and cannot replace drugs |
3. Common Misunderstandings in Medication
Based on recent hot discussions on the Internet, we have sorted out common misunderstandings about medication used by parents:
1.Misunderstanding:A variety of antipyretics are more effective when used alternately
Facts:May increase the risk of adverse reactions and should be used as a single drug
2.Misunderstanding:If you have a fever, take medicine immediately
Facts:Priority can be given to physical cooling below 38.5℃
3.Misunderstanding:Antibiotics can reduce fever
Facts:It is only effective against bacterial infections and can be very harmful if abused.
4. Physical cooling methods
When the body temperature does not reach the medication standard, the following physical cooling methods can be used:
| method | Operational points | Things to note |
|---|---|---|
| Warm water bath | Wipe the large blood vessels with warm water at 32-34℃ | Avoid chest and abdomen |
| antipyretic patch | Apply to forehead or neck | Watch out for skin allergic reactions |
| Reduce clothes appropriately | Keep room temperature around 25℃ | Avoid over-wrapping |
5. When Do You Need Medical Treatment?
You should seek medical attention immediately if:
1. Fever in infants under 3 months old
2. High fever that lasts for more than 3 days
3. Accompanied by convulsions, vomiting, and rash
4. Listlessness or unusual irritability
5. Symptoms of dehydration (decreased urine output, dry lips)
6. Special reminder from experts
1. Do not give aspirin to children under 16 years old
2. Read the instructions carefully before taking the medicine and calculate the dosage according to your body weight.
3. Record the medication time and body temperature changes for reference by the doctor when seeking medical treatment
4. Fever is the body’s defense response, and the focus is on treating the cause.
Recent hot discussions on the Internet show that many parents are overly anxious about children's fever. In fact, most fevers are self-limiting and require rational use of medication combined with appropriate care. It is recommended that parents stock up on basic antipyretic drugs, but avoid blind use of drugs and seek medical treatment promptly when necessary.
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