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How Can Fever And Chills Be Treated?
Husband was diagnosed at Minute Clinic with an upper respiratory virus. It has been 2 days and he still has fever and chills. He was told to take Ibuprofen every 6 hours for fever.
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Tue, 16 Jan 2018
Hello,my name is dr.Dorina Gurabardhi.I understand your concern.
Some advices that I cann give to you are:
-Rest is an important step in treating upper respiratory infections.
-Drink planty of fluids
-Acetaminophen (Tylenol) can be used to reduce fever and body aches.
-Nasal ipratropium (topical) can be used to diminish nasal secretions.
-Honey can be used in reducing cough.
Hope my answer was helpful.If you have any other question Ill be glad to help.
Regards,
dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
Some advices that I cann give to you are:
-Rest is an important step in treating upper respiratory infections.
-Drink planty of fluids
-Acetaminophen (Tylenol) can be used to reduce fever and body aches.
-Nasal ipratropium (topical) can be used to diminish nasal secretions.
-Honey can be used in reducing cough.
Hope my answer was helpful.If you have any other question Ill be glad to help.
Regards,
dr.Dorina Gurabardhi
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