Is it dangerous if a child's temperature drops to 35.5°C after taking fever-reducing medication?

Fever reduction refers to antipyresis. 35.5 degrees means 35.5°C. Taking fever-reducing medication and having a body temperature of 35.5°C means the child's temperature dropped to 35.5°C after taking antipyretics. Generally, a child having a temperature of 35.5°C after taking antipyretics is not a major concern.

A body temperature of 35.5°C in children usually does not pose significant risks. Some children may have lower body temperatures due to previous high fever; after taking antipyretic drugs, their body temperature might drop even further. Since antipyretics can be taken up to four times a day—and sometimes as many as six times—repeated use may lead to hypothermia. Additionally, some children naturally have a slightly lower baseline body temperature. As long as their hands and feet are warm, their mental state is normal, and there are no symptoms such as coughing or runny nose, a temperature of 35.5°C is generally not problematic. Ensuring adequate warmth, encouraging intake of warm water, and consuming warm porridge can help the body temperature gradually return to normal.

Moreover, fever in children may indicate an infection. If low body temperature persists repeatedly, serious infections should be considered. It is advisable to seek prompt evaluation at a pediatric emergency department to identify the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatment.