Question
The child, 4 years old, has a fever of 39 degrees. After taking one-fifth of a packet of Rui Zhi Qing, the fever has not subsided within an hour; is it permissible to increase the dosage to half a packet?
Answer
It is not recommended to give Rui Zhi Qing to a 4-year-old child as it may cause the child’s body temperature to drop too low. For children under 8 years old, the use of Rui Zhi Qing should be cautious. It is suggested that parents understand the cause of the child’s fever before administering medication. If it is due to inflammation or a cold, physical cooling (cooling) methods such as wiping the limbs and armpits with alcohol can be tried first. If medication is necessary, it should be taken according to the doctor’s recommended dosage and avoid increasing the dosage independently. Moreover, since children have not yet developed a complete immune system, they may be exposed to more germs than adults and are more susceptible to infections. Adults, having been exposed to more germs and gradually building up immunity, are less likely to catch colds. However, with the mutation of germs, adults can also be infected with new germs and get a cold.