Fever (in Adults): A fever is a body temperature of 100.4 F or greater. A fever may be caused by a virus, bacteria, fungus, blood clot, tumor, drug, or the environment.
Treatment of fever in adults usually involves ibuprofen, acetaminophen, or aspirin.
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Strep throat is a disease caused by infection with streptococcal bacteria. Strep throat is contagious. Strep throat symptoms include fever, pain, redness, and swelling of the throat and tonsils, swollen lymph nodes, white or yellow patches on the back of the throat. Treatment for strep throat includes home remedies to sooth symptoms such as throat lozenges, OTC medications, herbal teas to sooth the throat, and hydration. Medical treatment for strep throat includes antibiotics to prevent complications.
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Fever (in Adults) Topic Guide - Medications and Vitamins
Medications:
Acetaminophen And PhenyltoloxamineAcetaminophen is a pain reliever and a fever reducer...learn more »
Aspirin (rectal)Aspirin is in a group of drugs called salicylates. It works by reducing substances in the body that cause pain and inflammation. Aspirin also reduces fever....learn more »
Acetaminophen (oral/rectal)There are many brands and forms of acetaminophen available. Not all brands are listed on this leaflet...learn more »
NaproxenNaproxen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Naproxen works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body...learn more »
IbuprofenIbuprofen is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Ibuprofen works by reducing hormones that cause inflammation and pain in the body...learn more »
Fever (in Adults) Topic Guide – Related Topics
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