Patient's question:
My baby had a fever on the 12th and went to the hospital for a check-up and blood test. The doctor said there was no inflammation and prescribed Xiao'er Shuqing Granules and fever reducer for 38.5. The above medications are acetaminophen sustained-release tablets. Can these two medications be taken together? Can Xiao'er Shuqing Granules be taken for 3-4 days continuously? Can it be taken even when the baby doesn't have a fever? Thank you.Doctor's answer:
According to your description, the baby's condition may be caused by a viral cold leading to fever. Heat-clearing Granules is a traditional Chinese medicine that can be taken while consuming acetaminophen sustained-release tablets. It has the effects of clearing heat, detoxifying, and relieving sore throat. It is used for wind-heat cold, fever with headache, red and swollen throat, stuffy nose with yellow nasal discharge, cough, and constipation. It is generally recommended for fever between 37.2-38.5°C. It is advisable to take it with warm water. If the temperature is below 38.5°C, acetaminophen sustained-release tablets can be taken to lower the fever, or physical cooling methods can be applied. At the same time, antiviral medications such as oseltamivir should be taken, and the child should be encouraged to drink more water. The above suggestions are in response to the question "Can these two medications be taken together? Search," and I hope they are helpful to you. Wishing you good health!