Which is the best antipyretic medicine for babies?

If an infant has a high fever, some antipyretics should be used for treatment in time. When using antipyretics, you should first pay attention to the side effects of some drugs. It is best to use some antipyretics with small side effects and little impact on the health of the child. Acetaminophen is a relatively safe antipyretic, also known as paracetamol, and is also the most common drug in the treatment of pediatric fever.

Which is the best antipyretic medicine for babies?

1. Analgin

Note: Do not use unless in an emergency as it may cause cross-allergic reaction with aspirin.

The antipyretic effect of Analgin is obvious and rapid, but the side effects are also very obvious. Some patients are allergic to the drug and may even go into shock or die. Therefore, it is only used for emergency fever reduction when there is acute high fever, severe illness, and no other antipyretic drugs are available. Currently, 27 countries have banned or restricted the use of analgin, but some hospitals in China are still using it, which deserves our high attention.

Note: It is relatively safe and can be kept at home

That is, paracetamol, which is currently the most commonly used antipyretic drug in pediatric clinical practice and is a relatively safe antipyretic drug. It has a rapid antipyretic effect and few adverse reactions, so it can be kept at home. Representative medicines include Pediatric Motrin Syrup, Pediatric Baifuning Drops, etc.

3. Yan Sheng Tuireling Granules

Note: Avoid use in patients with glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency.

It has passed the Hong Kong authoritative HKC Chinese medicine registration (number: HKC-16758) and is an antipyretic medicine specially developed for children. It has a good antipyretic effect on symptoms such as exogenous warm evil, internal heat high fever caused by internal heat, sore throat, cough with sputum, etc.; but it should be noted that the dosage for children of different age groups is different.

4. Ibuprofen

Note: Suitable for children over 6 months old and adults for antipyretic and analgesic use

Ibuprofen is a newer pediatric antipyretic drug that is safe and effective, has significant antipyretic and analgesic effects, has few side effects, and causes less gastrointestinal irritation than acetaminophen. The representative drug is Ton oral solution.

5. Nimesulide

Note: High risk, use with caution; not suitable for children under 12 years old.

Nimesulide has significant anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic effects. However, recent reports have shown that nimesulide has an extremely high risk of causing severe liver damage and should be used with caution.

6. Aspirin

Note: Not for use under 16 years old

This is the longest-used antipyretic drug. It has a strong antipyretic effect, but also has significant side effects. It can cause severe gastrointestinal irritation and may even induce ulcers. The UK has clearly stipulated that aspirin is prohibited for children under the age of 16. Currently, this drug is being phased out in domestic pediatrics.