Fever

Dress your child in lightweight clothing.

Encourage your child to drink fluids

The medicine can be used at temperatures over 38,5°C.

–       Acetaminophen (paracetamol): 10 to 15 mg/kg/dose every 4 to 6 hours as needed.

–       Ibuprofen: 5 to 10 mg/kg/dose every 6 to 8 hours as needed.

–      Do not use more of this medication than is recommended

Seek immediate medical attention if any of these signs or symptoms accompanies a fever: mental confusion, difficulty breathing or chest pain, persistent vomiting, abdominal pain or pain when urinating, convulsions or seizures

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