Question
When a one-year-old baby has a fever, besides Methylphenidate (Ibuprofen), what other fever-reducing medications can be considered?
Answer
When a baby has a fever, there are several measures that can be taken to help bring down the temperature. First, ensure the child drinks plenty of plain water to help expel bacteria and viruses from the body. Additionally, you can use diluted alcohol to wipe the child’s body for physical cooling, and placing a cold towel on the head can help reduce the impact of high temperatures on brain cells. These methods can all help lower body temperature. If these home care measures are ineffective or not producing satisfactory results, and the temperature exceeds 38.5°C, consider using medications like Acetaminophen (Paracetamol) or Methylphenidate for fever reduction. If the situation does not improve or worsens, it may be necessary to seek immediate hospital treatment for intravenous therapy.