What Can I Use to Reduce a Fever if My Daughter is Also Vomitting?
Any time a child has a high fever (more than 102 degrees Fahrenheit or 39 degrees Celsius) it’s a good idea to check in with your doctor’s office. High fever and vomiting should always prompt a call to the doctor’s office. While most fevers in children are caused by viruses and don’t necessarily need medical attention, your child’s doctor or nurse will want to ask a few more questions to see whether medical attention would be a good idea. Ibuprofen and acetaminophen are both good at bringing down fevers. Both come in liquid and pills (including chewable pills); only acetaminophen comes in a suppository that can be put inside the rectum. To help fever when a child has nausea or vomiting, I usually recommend one of the by-mouth preparations first, with a small amount of water. Be aware that ibuprofen can cause stomach irritation in some children — so if there’s a stomachache along with the vomiting, acetaminophen may be the better bet. If the medicine comes right back up, try a rectal su
