Can I take my temperature after administering tylenols or will it be distorted?

22-year-old woman3 years ago

My 4 month old baby is congested and coughing a little, I gave tylenols, but I didn't think to take the temperature before.

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Alexandre Chagnon · 3 years ago

Hello Ma'am,

In fact, the result will be skewed if the temperature is taken within 6 hours of the Tylenol™ administration.

That said, it's not a big deal, you can just wait 6 hours before taking it.

Alexandre Chagnon · 3 years ago

Note that if the fever lasts longer than 24 hours in a child of this age, medical attention should be considered.

22-year-old woman · 3 years ago

Okay, thanks for the reply! She wasn't running a temperature, I checked again yesterday and she wasn't and this morning either! I'm still checking to make sure though! And since I already have you, is it ok to give Benadril under 2 (When introducing food it would make me feel better to have some on hand)

Alexandre Chagnon · 3 years ago

Yes, it can be given. The dose of 1 mg per kilogram (maximum 25 mg) will be given.

22-year-old woman · 3 years ago

Perfect, thank you! However, since it's in ml (the liquid) how much does it give in ml approximately?

Alexandre Chagnon · 3 years ago

If it is the child's solution (e.g., https://www.jeancoutu.com/magasiner/produit/benadryl-liquide-pour-enfants-250-ml-gomme-a-bulles/665854/) then give a dose of 1.25 mL per kilogram. :)

22-year-old woman · 3 years ago

Perfect! Thanks for all your answers and have a great day! :)

Alexandre Chagnon · 3 years ago

Yours too:)

Alexandre Chagnon, pharmacist

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