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I have a 101 degree fever. will taking ibuprofen make it last longer?
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No.: Ibuprofen may reduce your fever but it will not generally affect the outcome of the illness. Fever generally comes back as soon as the ibuprofen wears off.
Answered 10/17/2016
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