Sanjay Gupta Sanjay Gupta Asked 5 months ago

What medicine for fever?

My son came home from school with a fever today. He's usually very active, but now he just wants to lie down. What medicine is safe and effective for fever in children?

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Kavita Rao Kavita Rao Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago
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For fever, general paracetamol is often used to bring down the temperature. However, it's always best to consult a doctor, especially to determine the underlying cause of the fever. They can advise on the correct dosage and if any other medication or treatment is needed based on your specific health condition.

Sameer Singh Sameer Singh Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Oh, fever makes me so anxious! Is it something serious, or just a viral? For general fever, I always keep paracetamol at home, like a Dolo. But if it's very high or I have other symptoms, I get really worried and call my doctor right away. Please don't hesitate to consult a doctor if you're concerned.

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Anjali Mehta Anjali Mehta Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Hey, don't stress too much about a fever, it's quite common. Usually, a paracetamol like Dolo 650 or Crocin works well to bring it down. Just make sure to take plenty of rest and drink lots of fluids. If it gets really high or lasts for days, then for sure call your doctor.

Rahul Das Rahul Das Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Don't be like me and ignore a fever! I once thought it was nothing and it turned out to be dengue. For fever, while paracetamol usually helps bring down the temperature, it's crucial to get it checked by a doctor if it's persistent or very high. They can identify the cause and give proper treatment.

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Pooja Sharma Pooja Sharma Joined Mar 2026 5 months ago

Having a fever can make you feel really unwell and anxious, I totally understand that worry. For symptomatic relief, often a paracetamol is recommended. However, since fever is a sign of something else going on in your body, it's always best to see a doctor to understand the underlying cause and get appropriate treatment. It will definitely put your mind at ease.

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