Question
Can babies take azithromycin for fever?
Answer
When a baby has a fever, it is first important to use physical cooling methods such as alcohol sponge baths to reduce the fever and further investigate the cause of the fever. Common causes of fever include infections, but they can also be due to other diseases, such as connective tissue diseases or malignant tumors. Before the cause is determined, medication should not be rushed, including azithromycin. Azithromycin is an antibiotic that can only be effective in treating bacterial infections when used under a doctor’s guidance. For babies, the use of antibiotics requires special caution as it may cause side effects and have potential impacts on growth and development. In most cases, fever is the body’s natural response to fighting infection, and medication should only be considered under professional medical advice, along with determining what medication is needed.