Patient's question:
The baby has been having repeated fever, and the fever reduction medication doesn't bring the temperature down to normal. It has to be brought down to 37.5°C. After taking fever-reducing medicine for five or six hours, the fever returns. The hospital examination revealed a viral infection, with no significant issues in the trachea or lungs. The cough has phlegm and purulent sputum. Can oseltamivir reduce fever? Below is the medication prescribed by the hospital. After taking it for a day, the fever is still fluctuating?Doctor's answer:
Generally, a viral cold usually takes about a week to recover. It's impossible to return to normal daily activities in just one day. Pay attention to taking medication on time and drink more water. Rest well. Try to stay home for these few days and avoid going out or to kindergarten. Viral decomposition and metabolism have a process, so it's not possible to recover in just one day. It usually takes at least three days, and some may even last a week. So don't hurry. If your temperature comes down, just take the medication on time. Wishing you a pleasant life.