Question
Can a 10-month-old baby take medication if the fever is below 38.5 degrees?
Answer
If the baby does not have a history of fever-related seizures, medication for lowering the temperature should be administered when the baby’s body temperature exceeds 38.5 degrees. However, if the baby has a history of fever-related convulsions, symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication, such as acetaminophen, should be given when the body temperature reaches 38 degrees.