Does a fever patch work?

Children with fever paste fever reducer patch has a certain auxiliary effect, for the temperature of 38.5 ℃ below the fever effect is better. Anti-fever patches are mainly composed of hydrogel, menthol, polymer materials, ice and other materials, different antipyretic patches will vary in composition, for low fever has a certain effect, equivalent to physical cooling. If the body temperature is below 38.5 ℃, you can place the antipyretic patch on the head to assist in lowering the temperature. If the child’s fever temperature is relatively high, and also accompanied by poor mental state, decreased appetite and other adverse symptoms, in the use of fever reducer patch need to follow the doctor’s instructions with the use of antipyretic drugs for treatment, such as ibuprofen, acetaminophen and other drugs, to alleviate the symptoms of the child’s fever. Children with fever can use antipyretic patches to lower the temperature, but it is recommended to consult a doctor in time to clarify the cause of fever, targeted treatment.