Do fever-reducing medicines like Crocin and Meftal bring a child's temperature completely back to normal, or do they just lower it a little bit, given that my 14-month-old still has a fever of 101.4?F after taking Meftal?
It is completely normal for fever-reducing medicines like Meftal (mefenamic acid) or Crocin (paracetamol) to only lower the temperature by 1 to 2 degrees Fahrenheit, rather than bringing it completely back to normal. The main goal of these medications is to make your 14-month-old comfortable and hydrated, not necessarily to reach a perfect 98.6?F. A reading of 101.4?F after medication is common and shows the medicine is helping to keep the fever manageable. Keep your baby hydrated, dress them in light clothing, and consult your pediatrician if they become unusually lethargic or if the fever persists.
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Do fever-reducing medicines like Crocin and Meftal bring a child's temperature completely back to normal, or do they just lower it a little bit, given that my 14-month-old still has a fever of 101.4?F after taking Meftal?