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Can I take fever-reducing medication at 38 degrees?

Dec 03, 2024 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Introduction
In general, whether to take antipyretic medication when body temperature reaches 38°C should depend on the specific situation. If symptoms are not obvious, physical cooling methods can be used first, and antipyretic drugs may not be necessary. However, if fever is accompanied by symptoms such as headache and muscle pain, antipyretics such as ibuprofen tablets or acetaminophen tablets may be taken under a doctor's guidance to help control body temperature.

Generally speaking, fever reduction refers to antipyresis. Whether antipyretic drugs can be taken when body temperature reaches 38°C mainly depends on the specific condition of the illness. If the patient currently has no obvious symptoms and no accompanying symptoms, it may be temporarily unnecessary to take antipyretic medication. However, if the patient exhibits significant symptoms that are progressively worsening, antipyretic drugs may be taken under a doctor's guidance. If discomfort occurs, timely medical attention is recommended. Detailed analysis is as follows:

When body temperature rises to 38°C, if symptoms are not obvious, such as no headache, muscle pain, or general fatigue, physical cooling measures can be taken first, and immediate use of antipyretic drugs may not be necessary. It is recommended to relieve symptoms promptly through cold compresses, warm water baths, and improving the indoor environment.

However, if the temperature continues to rise and the patient experiences significant discomfort symptoms such as headache, muscle aches, or poor mental condition, even if the current temperature is 38°C, it is advisable to consider taking antipyretic drugs as directed by a physician to prevent worsening of the condition and delay recovery. Medications such as ibuprofen tablets, acetaminophen tablets, or Xiaochaihu granules may be used under medical guidance.

It is recommended to first observe the condition; if severe discomfort symptoms are noticed or fever persists for a long time, timely medical consultation is advised to evaluate whether antipyretic drugs are appropriate. During treatment, body temperature should be measured regularly to monitor the control of the condition promptly.

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