Patient's question:
A 4-month-old baby has a fever of 40°C. After physical cooling, the temperature dropped to 39°C, but it just won't go down further. Can they be given antipyretic suspension to reduce the fever? The instructions say it's suitable for children aged 4 months, so can it be used for a 4-month-old baby? The instructions also say that the medication is not suitable for infants. For this kind of small baby, what antiviral medications are available?Doctor's answer:
According to your description, the 4-month-old baby has a fever of 40℃, and after physical cooling, the temperature dropped to 39℃ and did not rise further. There are many medications available. How can they be used?For such a young baby with such a high temperature, it is recommended to see a doctor at the hospital. If the temperature is below 39℃, there is a risk of another seizure. Seizures can interfere with the baby's intellectual development. It is best not to delay in taking the baby to the hospital for medical attention. There has been a recent viral flu, so do not take it lightly.
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