Fever
Fever
High body temperature (38°C / 100.4°F or above). Common with colds, flu, and infections.
First aid · 応急処置
What to do first
- 1Stay hydrated — drink plenty of water or sports drinks
- 2Rest in a cool, comfortable room
- 3Apply a cooling patch to the forehead
- 4Take OTC fever reducer (acetaminophen or ibuprofen) as directed
- 5Avoid bundling up too heavily
Recommended OTC · 市販薬
Best medicines for this
Caution · 注意
See a doctor if…
- •Fever above 40°C or lasting more than 3 days
- •Difficulty breathing or chest pain
- •Severe headache with stiff neck
- •Rash appearing with fever
- •Convulsions or confusion