What medicine should I take if I have a sore throat and low fever?
In the past 10 days, there has been a lot of discussion on the Internet about "what medicine to take for a sore throat and low fever". Especially with the change of seasons and the high incidence of influenza, related topics have become the focus of public attention. The following combines recent hot topics and medical advice to provide you with a structured guide.
1. Analysis of common causes
A sore throat accompanied by a low-grade fever is usually caused by:
| Cause type | Proportion (recent search data) | Typical symptoms |
|---|---|---|
| viral cold | 42% | Sore throat, low fever (<38.5℃), fatigue |
| acute pharyngitis | 28% | Painful swallowing, dry itching, low fever |
| Early stage of influenza | 18% | Muscle aches, headache, chills |
| bacterial infection | 12% | Tonsillar suppuration and high fever (need to seek medical attention) |
2. Recommended medication list (over-the-counter drugs)
According to the National Food and Drug Administration and recent guidelines from tertiary hospitals:
| Drug type | Representative medicine | Function description | Things to note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Antipyretic and analgesic | Ibuprofen, acetaminophen | Reduce fever and relieve pain | No more than 4 times in 24 hours |
| Chinese patent medicine | Lianhua Qingwen Capsules, Jinhua Qinggan Granules | Antiviral relief of symptoms | Disabled for colds and colds |
| lozenge spray | Watermelon Cream Lozenges, Throat Sword Spray | Local anti-inflammatory and analgesic | Do not eat for 30 minutes after use |
| antibiotics | Amoxicillin (medical advice required) | Used in case of bacterial infection | Avoid self-administration |
3. Recently hot-searched dietary therapy programs
Compiled with popular content on Douyin, Xiaohongshu and other platforms:
| Diet therapy | heat index | Production points |
|---|---|---|
| Salt steamed oranges | ★★★★☆ | Cut the top of the orange, sprinkle with salt and steam for 15 minutes |
| Rock sugar snow pear | ★★★★★ | Add Fritillaria fritillary for better effect |
| honey lemonade | ★★★☆☆ | Water temperature ≤60℃ to maintain activity |
4. Important matters needing attention
1.48 hours observation period:If a low-grade fever persists for more than 2 days or the body temperature is >38.5°C, seek medical attention immediately.
2.Drug contraindications:Medications containing pseudoephedrine are prohibited for pregnant women, and aspirin should be used with caution in children.
3.Recent counterfeit medicine reminder:The State Food and Drug Administration notified an e-commerce platform of "Special Effect Anti-inflammatory Lozenges" as a three-no product.
4.Rehabilitation suggestions:Maintain 2000ml of drinking water every day, and the bedroom humidity is 50%-60%.
5. Latest medical trends
According to the People's Daily Health Client, the 2023 new version of the "Influenza Diagnosis and Treatment Plan" recommends:
• Antiviral drugs such as oseltamivir are most effective when used within 48 hours of onset of illness
• Added 3 new TCM treatment options including Sangju Yin
• Emphasize the distinction between the common cold and influenza A/B
(Note: This article is for reference only. Please follow your doctor’s advice for specific medication. The data statistics period is November 1 to November 10, 2023)
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