If you have any questions about your child's fever, please consult our fever page.

If your child is under 6 months of age with a temperature greater than 100.4 degrees F and you have not consulted someone in our office, call our office now.

Ibuprofen should not be given to any child under 6 months of age, any child who is dehydrated, or any child who is unable to take anything by mouth.

You may prefer giving acetaminophen (TylenolŽ, TempraŽ, PanadolŽ) first because it has been used for a long time and has been shown to be safe for both infants and children.

Ibuprofen is a relatively new medication for children and has been shown to be safe for children in clinical trials.

Check the product dosing carefully when you give your child ibuprofen (AdvilŽ, MotrinŽ) because different formulations have different strengths. Drops, Liquids, and the Junior Strength Chewables contain different concentrations (milligrams or mg) of medication.

Read the manufacturer instructions carefully and know the concentration of the of the ibuprofen brand you are using.

If you are confused about how much ibuprofen to give your child, try using acetaminophen instead or call our office now for advice.

You may give your child ibuprofen as often as every 6 hours, and no more than 4 times in one 24 hour period.