Question
My child is seven months old and had a fever a few days ago. They took Shikolol and Qingkailin granules. The fever has been subsiding since yesterday, but this morning, my child has red spots all over the body. Is this a drug allergy? What should I do? Additional question: The red spots look like heat rash, and they are all over the body.
Answer
Hello, since your child has symptoms of a drug allergy, it is rare for antipyretic medications to cause an allergic reaction. If the temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees Celsius, you can use physical cooling methods such as sponge baths to reduce the fever. If the fever persists, it may be necessary to take oral Methylprednisolone to treat the symptoms. If necessary, you should go to the hospital for blood tests to determine the cause of the fever and treat it accordingly. Also, even if an allergic reaction occurs, there’s no need to worry too much; you can choose antihistamine drugs like Piriton or Chlorpheniramine! It’s best to treat colds and fevers at a legitimate hospital and try to avoid giving your child medication on your own.