Is it okay to use ibuprofen granules to reduce fever for my baby who has a temperature of 35.5 degrees Celsius?

Patient's question:

My baby has a temperature of 35.5 degrees Celsius. Can I use Trijintan Ibuprofen Granules to reduce the fever? Is ibuprofen granules a fever-reducing medicine? This afternoon, what kind of help do I want: What kind of fever-reducing medicine is effective?

Doctor's answer:

Based on the situation you described, the baby's body temperature is normal and there is no need for fever-reducing treatment. Strictly speaking, the baby's body temperature is even slightly low, making fever reduction unnecessary. The body temperature of infants and young children is generally around 36-37 degrees Celsius, sometimes even lower than 37 degrees, but it is generally never lower than 37.3 degrees. If your baby's body temperature is 35.5 degrees, then strictly speaking, the temperature is a bit low, and it is necessary to keep them warm and prevent them from catching a cold, rather than taking fever-reducing medication. It is recommended to give the child more hot water to drink.

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