Question 1

what is the best  over the counter. med to reduce fever?

Accepted Answer

Tylenol (acetaminophen) and Motrin: Fever reducing medications (antipyretics) include tylenol (acetaminophen) (acetominophen) and motrin/advil (ibuprofen).  Both are equally effective.  However, remember that fever is a symptom, not a disease.  Symptoms need to be explored to find the cause.  Best to consult with your doctor before starting a fever reducing medication.

Question 2

which medication is best or more effective to reduce a high fever?

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Either or, but...: Acetaminophen (tylenol) or Ibuprofen both work well on fevers. There are two keys, however. First, do you really need to get the fever down? Fever helps you fight off infections, so unless you are really wiped out by the fever, you should use it to your advantage and let it help fight your illness. If you need the medicine , though, use the right dose. So many under dose the medication- use enough.

Question 3

what is the best way to reduce fever and headache without medication?

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Tepid bath: If you bathe in tepid water and briskly rub your skin all over with a rough washcloth this may help to reduce your fever, but unlikely to do much about your headache. Without your providing much more info it sounds as if you might benefit by being seen and examined by a doctor.

Question 4

what is best to reduce a high fever, warm or cold baths?

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Warm baths: Cold baths may be a shock to the system therefore warm baths are recommended.

Question 5

i have an important interview to attend after an hour but i am suffering from fever. tell me ways to quickly reduce my fever .

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Acetaminophen?: You may take Acetaminophen up to 1000 mg three times a day as needed.  You can also try Ibuprofen 400-800 mg 2-3 times a day as needed.  Hope that you are not allergic to either one.  If your fever continues for more than 2-3 days, then you should go see a doctor.

Question 6

my 2yr old son has had a tummy ache for 3 days now. no fever. he did vomit yesterday, once. low appetite and clingy. best ways to ease his pain?

Accepted Answer

Many possibilities: Abdominal pain for a 3 year old has many causes, starting with a viral or bacterial infection of stomach, and intestines, constipation, uriany tract infection, food poisoning, lead poisoning, allergies to name a few. Also it could be stress-related. If it does not resolve on its own in a few days, i would suggest that he needs to be seen by his pediatrician.

Question 7

how do i reduce a fever?

Accepted Answer

Tylenol (acetaminophen) or Motrin: Tylenol (acetaminophen) (acetominophen) or Motrin (advil, ibuprofen) are over-the-counter medicines that decrease fever. Tylenol (acetaminophen) can be used from 2 months onwards, and may be given every 4 hours if needed.  Motrin can be used from 6 months onwards, and may be given every 6 hours if needed.  Prolonged fevers, high fevers, fevers in babies, or the presence of worrisome symptoms means a trip to the doctor is needed.

Question 8

whats best to treat a hight fever?

Accepted Answer

Depends on the cause: Generally fever is a symptom of some infection   Process in the body. To a degree is useful as immune mechanism . When last long or very high typical most effective medications are Acetaminophen, Ibuorofen and vigorous hydration . Mechanical cooling has its place  as well  ( cool bath , cold towels , ..) If Fever last more than 3 days you should see doctor .

Question 9

what is the best way to deal with a fever?

Accepted Answer

Fever: Leave it alone and live with it unless it is compromising some organ system by increasing loads on heart, etc. Fever appears to be one of the body's mechanisms to deal with infection (part of the immune system), and there are some diseases that can be combated with fever. If you are patently uncomfortable take Acetaminophen or Ibuprofen or Aspirin (but be careful).

Question 10

hi.. if i get fever whats the best thing to do?

Accepted Answer

Fever: Try Tylinol 500mg ,two every 6 hours and plenty of fluids by mouth .If the fever continues over 48 hours see your doctor

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