Is it normal to feel feverish after taking fever-reducing medication?

It is normal to still feel feverish after taking antipyretic medication, as reducing fever involves a process. Antipyretics can only control body temperature and do not treat or manage the underlying illness causing the fever.

There are various causes of fever, and the process of temperature elevation differs depending on the severity. Therefore, some patients may continue to feel feverish even after taking antipyretics. After taking antipyretics such as ibuprofen sustained-release tablets or diclofenac sodium sustained-release tablets, patients may not experience immediate fever reduction—it usually takes some time for the medication to take effect. If the primary disease has not been treated with antiviral therapy, body temperature may rise again shortly after taking antipyretics. If fever persists after taking medication, it is advisable to use physical cooling methods such as sponge bathing with lukewarm water and to drink plenty of fluids, which can help reduce fever.

If prolonged fever continues despite taking antipyretic medication, it is important to return to the hospital for further evaluation to determine the underlying cause.