Question
My daughter is almost five years old. Today, while playing by herself, she accidentally ate half a bottle of Merck’s fever-reducing medicine. It’s been three hours, and she hasn’t shown any adverse reactions yet, but I’m worried about the consequences.
Answer
The most common adverse reaction to taking an excessive amount of fever-reducing medicine in children is low body temperature. First and foremost, you should immediately measure your child’s temperature. If the temperature is indeed low, you can let your child drink warm water and ensure they stay warm. If the child has taken an overdose of medication and shows symptoms such as drowsiness, it is recommended to take them to the hospital for examination as soon as possible, and more detailed checks may be necessary.