Saudi Arabia
A 37-year-old male asked:
my son 5 years having 39.5 degree fever i'm using suppositories and defadol. can i use both together or what gap i should maintain?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Dr. Nela Cordero answered
Pediatrics 54 years experience
HYPERPYREXIA: You can use analgesic every 4 to 6 hours plus plenty of fluids to drink. Start warm sponges to dessipate heat to cool him. Use light clothing.
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