How often should antipyretic suppositories be used?
Nov 21, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Shuwen
Introduction
Suppositories for fever reduction are generally administered once every 4 to 6 hours, depending on the patient's body temperature. During treatment, instructions should strictly follow medical advice; self-administration should be avoided to prevent adverse drug reactions. It is also important to drink plenty of water during fever, which helps accelerate metabolism and eliminate excess heat from the body.
Febrile suppositories are generally used once every 4 to 6 hours, depending on the patient's body temperature. Specific details are as follows:
Febrile suppositories are a type of topical antipyretic medication. They are typically administered rectally, allowing the active ingredients to be absorbed through the rectal mucosa and thereby reduce fever. The medication usually begins to take effect about half an hour after administration, and is mostly absorbed within approximately 4 hours, after which its therapeutic effect diminishes. If the patient has a high fever and experiences recurrent fever episodes, the suppository may be used again every 4 hours. However, if the patient’s temperature has decreased and does not rise again, the interval between doses can be appropriately extended to about 6 hours. The decision to use the suppository should be based on the patient's rising body temperature.
During treatment with febrile suppositories, patients should strictly follow medical advice and avoid self-medicating to prevent potential adverse drug reactions. Additionally, it is important to drink plenty of water during fever episodes to promote metabolism and help eliminate excess heat from the body.
