Can I take fever-reducing medicine after getting vaccinated?
May 04, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Jiang Weimin
Introduction
Antipyretics usually refer to fever-reducing medications. Whether one can take antipyretics after vaccination is recommended based on individual circumstances. If body temperature does not exceed 38.5℃, it is generally advised not to take antipyretic drugs; instead, physical cooling methods and drinking plenty of water are recommended to help alleviate symptoms. If physical cooling methods fail to provide relief and body temperature exceeds 38.5℃, antipyretic medications may be used to relieve symptoms.
Antipyretics usually refer to fever-reducing medications. Whether one can take antipyretics after vaccination depends on the specific fever condition, as analyzed below:
1. Not recommended
Fever after vaccination is typically an immune response. If body temperature does not exceed 38.5°C, it's generally not necessary to take antipyretic medication. It's recommended to use physical cooling methods and drink plenty of water to help relieve symptoms.
2. Recommended
If physical cooling methods are ineffective and body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, antipyretic drugs may be used under a doctor's guidance to alleviate symptoms.
If fever persists despite medication, it's advisable to seek timely medical attention to determine the underlying cause and receive appropriate treatment.
