Geeta Singh Geeta Singh Asked 5 months ago

What to take for fever adult?

I've got a fever of 101 today, and I'm feeling quite weak. I'm an adult, not pregnant or anything. What's generally recommended to take for fever for adults?

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Rahul Dixit Rahul Dixit Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago
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For adult fever, paracetamol usually helps. But if it's high or lasts long, see a doctor.

Sonia Verma Sonia Verma Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Having a fever as an adult can feel so draining and make you anxious about missing work or daily routine. It's perfectly okay to feel frustrated. Take a paracetamol, rest up, and please consider seeing a doctor to figure out the cause. Your health comes first.

Preeti Rao Preeti Rao Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Fever needs attention, especially in adults. Don't just take any random medicine. It's best to consult a doctor, even if it's just a teleconsultation, to understand the cause and get the right prescription. Hydration is also very important.

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Consult a internal medicine specialist

Deepika Sharma Deepika Sharma Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Dekho, if you have a fever, take a Dolo 650. Rest well, drink plenty of warm water. But if it's not going down in a day or two, ya high hai, then go see a doctor, haan? No point delaying it and making it worse.

Ankit Desai Ankit Desai Joined May 2026 5 months ago

If you have a fever, take a paracetamol like Dolo 650. But don't just rely on that. Book an online doctor consultation quickly to rule out anything serious, especially if it's high or persistent. Drink lots of fluids. Better to address it early so you can get back to work faster.

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Rajeshwari Iyer Rajeshwari Iyer Joined Jan 2026 5 months ago

Mere saath bhi hua hai. For adult fever, a paracetamol tablet is usually the first step. Make sure to keep sponging your body with lukewarm water, especially forehead and armpits, to bring the temperature down naturally. And don't forget to keep sipping warm water or clear soups. If it crosses 102F or doesn't subside in 24 hours, definitely see a doctor.

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