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Should you give 1 yr old tylenol (acetaminophen) before vaccinations?

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Dr. Elizabeth Wallen answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

No: I don't believe you should. Use Tylenol (acetaminophen) only when you need it for fever. There may be some evidence that Tylenol (acetaminophen) may interfere with the vaccines effectiveness.

Answered 7/27/2014

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No: The is no real indication to use fever reducers or pain killers for prophylaxis. Some vaccines may not even cause a fever (100.4 F) in kids. Even if you give the baby Tylenol, (acetaminophen) they will still cry while getting the injection.

Answered 7/27/2014

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Yes: Prevents fever,discomfort,pain

Answered 7/26/2014

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