Sunita Devi Sunita Devi Asked 7 months ago

Does aspirin reduce fever?

My son is running a high temperature, and I want to give him something to bring it down. We have aspirin at home. Can aspirin reliably reduce fever, or should I look for other options?

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Savitri Nair Savitri Nair Joined May 2026 5 months ago
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Aspirin is technically an antipyretic, so it can reduce fever, but it carries risks like stomach irritation. Please consult a qualified doctor before taking it, especially if the fever is persistent. It is always better to get a proper diagnosis first.

Aman Sen Aman Sen Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Yes, aspirin reduces fever, but make sure to consult a doctor before using it, especially for kids.

Hari Prasad Hari Prasad Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

Yes, it does help with fever. Along with the medicine, keep a calm mind, take deep breaths, and let your body rest. Take proper care of yourself and stay positive, this fever will pass soon.

Sunita Deshmukh Sunita Deshmukh Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

My son had a high fever last month and we were considering aspirin, but our pediatrician strictly warned us never to give aspirin to kids or teenagers due to medical risks. Please consult a doctor before giving it to young family members.

Meera Joshi Meera Joshi Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

I know aspirin works for fever, but I always worry about its blood-thinning side effects. Has anyone else felt nervous about taking it for a simple cold or temperature? I usually prefer sticking to basic paracetamol.

Rohan Das Rohan Das Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Aspirin will definitely kick that fever's butt, but make sure you don't take it on an empty stomach unless you want a fireworks show of acidity inside! Take it easy, eat some khichdi, and you'll be fine.

Kriti Saxena Kriti Saxena Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Yes, aspirin can help bring that fever down! Just make sure to drink lots of water and coconut water to stay hydrated. Get well soon!

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Siddharth Sharma Siddharth Sharma Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

When I visited my doctor at Fortis Hospital, he advised me that while aspirin can reduce fever, it is not the first-line choice because of stomach acidity risks. He suggested checking with your doctor clearly for the correct prescription.

Neha Malhotra Neha Malhotra Joined Apr 2026 7 months ago

I totally understand how stressful it is when you run a fever and just want it to go away. Aspirin does help, but please don't worry or rush to take strong medicines without consulting a doctor first. Rest well and take care.

Rajesh Patel Rajesh Patel Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Yes, aspirin is effective for reducing fever, but always take it after meals to protect your stomach.

Shweta Tiwari Shweta Tiwari Joined May 2026 6 months ago

I used to panic whenever my temperature went up, thinking I needed strong medications like aspirin. But I realized that fever is just the body's natural response, and a simple paracetamol with rest is usually more than enough. You will be absolutely fine.

Ramesh Chandra Ramesh Chandra Joined May 2026 5 months ago

In my experience, simple warm water compresses and deep breathing help soothe the body during a mild fever. Aspirin can reduce the temperature, but it is always gentler on the body to let it rest naturally under medical guidance.

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