Rohan Das Rohan Das Asked 5 months ago

How often take advil for fever?

Kal se thoda feverish feel kar raha hoon, with a mild headache. I took Advil in the morning, and it helped for a while, but it's coming back now. How often can I safely take Advil for a fever without any side effects?

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Sanjay Rao Sanjay Rao Joined May 2026 5 months ago
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For fever, it's best to follow the dosage instructions on the Advil pack or what your doctor has told you. I have high BP, so I'm very careful with any medication, including pain killers. Overuse can affect kidneys or liver. Always good to check your BP and other health markers regularly, too.

Priya Mishra Priya Mishra Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago

Taking Advil or any medication for fever should always be done carefully. As someone with thyroid issues, I know how sensitive our bodies can be to medicines. It's usually every 6-8 hours, but never exceed the daily limit. If fever persists, please see a doctor; don't self-medicate for too long.

Amit Kumar Amit Kumar Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

I totally get wanting to feel better fast when you have a fever! Advil is usually taken every 4-6 hours if needed, but you must not exceed the maximum daily dose mentioned on the packaging. If your fever doesn't come down or you feel worse, please reach out to your doctor. No need to suffer alone.

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Rahul Das Rahul Das Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Oh, I just recovered from a nasty fever myself! My doc told me to take Advil every 6 to 8 hours, and if the fever was really high or persistent, I could alternate it with paracetamol. But it's super important to not take more than prescribed and to keep drinking plenty of fluids.

Ritika Singh Ritika Singh Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

My doctor always advised me to take Advil (ibuprofen) typically every 4 to 6 hours for fever, but to never take more than 1200 mg in a 24-hour period for adults without direct medical supervision. It's important to read the specific instructions on your Advil pack as doses can vary by strength, and always stay hydrated!

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