How much ibuprofen is appropriate for a four-year-old child?

The dosage of ibuprofen for a four-year-old child is calculated based on their weight in kilograms, with 10 milligrams per kilogram of body weight each time, and the maximum dosage should not exceed the adult dosage. Additionally, ibuprofen should not be used continuously for more than three days, and should not be taken more than four times within 24 hours. After three days of continuous use, other fever-reducing medications such as acetaminophen can be used instead. The dosage of acetaminophen is 10 to 15 milligrams per kilogram of body weight each time, and similarly, it should not be used continuously for more than three days, and should not be taken more than four times within 24 hours.

In addition to western medicine for fever reduction, if the effect is not satisfactory, traditional Chinese medicine can be added, such as Xiaoer Chaigui Antipyretic Oral Solution or Xiaoer Niuhuang Qingxin Powder to help reduce fever.

Repeated fevers in a four-year-old child are generally due to viral infections. The fever may recur for 3-4 days, which is the process of the body fighting the infection. Generally, it resolves spontaneously within 7-10 days, belonging to a self-limiting condition. Therefore, symptomatic treatment is sufficient. If the fever exceeds 38.5 degrees Celsius, antipyretic medication can be administered, combined with physical cooling methods such as wiping the axilla, popliteal fossa, behind the ears, and thighs with warm water to increase heat dissipation and achieve a cooling effect. As long as there is no high fever with convulsions, it is generally not a concern. Administering cold medicine and observation are sufficient.

1. Drink plenty of warm water, vegetable water, and fruit juice. Giving your child plenty of fluids is the most basic method of reducing fever and is very effective and practical for all children with fever. Avoid giving your child cold water as fever often accompanies gastrointestinal symptoms and cough, which may be exacerbated by drinking cold water. Instead, offer warm water.

2. Sponge bath with warm water, which involves wiping the entire body with a warm, damp cloth. This is an excellent method of reducing fever and is suitable for all children with fever. The water temperature should be around 32-34 degrees Celsius, and each wiping session should last for at least 10 minutes. Focus on wiping areas with skin folds, such as the neck, armpits, elbows, and groin.