Can I eat after taking fever-reducing medication?

After taking fever-reducing medication, it is generally acceptable to eat within half an hour to an hour, which does not affect the absorption of the medication. In fact, some medications can be taken after meals to avoid harm to the gastric mucosa. It is recommended that children take fever-reducing medication after meals, as most fever-reducers are cooling medications that may harm the spleen. Fever-reducers refer to antipyretic, analgesic, and anti-inflammatory medications, with commonly used drugs including ibuprofen and acetaminophen. Fever is often caused by upper respiratory infections, which may be related to viral, bacterial, mycoplasma, or chlamydial infections, accompanied by symptoms such as dizziness, headache, sore limbs, general weakness, joint pain, and chills. Fever-reducers can only alleviate fever symptoms, and specific treatment needs to address the underlying cause. Additionally, fever-reducers should not be taken without a doctor's advice. It is usually recommended to take fever-reducers when the body temperature exceeds 38.5°C. If the temperature is below 38.5°C and there are no discomforting symptoms, physical methods such as ice pillows, cooling patches, and wiping with warm water can be used to help reduce the fever. During the fever period, patients can appropriately consume foods rich in vitamins, fibers, and proteins to replenish energy and nutrients lost during the illness, such as cabbage, millet porridge, milk, chicken puree, and fish puree. However, spicy, stimulating, or greasy foods should be avoided to prevent hindrance in the recovery process.