Can a 5-year-old child with high fever be given suppositories?

Patient's question:

I don't know what's going on, but my child has been misbehaving and crying non-stop recently. Even the hospital check-up didn't help. Can a 5-year-old child with high fever be given rectal medication?

Doctor's answer:

In your case, it may be caused by a cold and requires oral medications such as cold remedies, antibiotics, antihistamines, antivirals, etc. for treatment. It's important to strengthen exercise and enhance physical fitness in daily life. Avoid spicy, alcoholic, and cold foods that are irritating.
Yes, if it's a mild infection, you can take anti-inflammatory medication for treatment. Antibiotics can be taken as Amoxicillin Clavulanate Potassium Granules or Cefaclor Granules. For cough or phlegm, you can take Fresh Bamboo Juice Oral Liquid or Xia'er Ma Gan Granules.

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