Tips for fever

A normal temperature is when your child’s body is around 37 degrees Celsius. A fever may be described as mild or high. A mild fever usually means between 38 and 39 degrees Celsius. A high fever usually means over 39 degrees Celsius. Remember that a child’s normal body temperature can vary depending on where it is measured, and also at different times of the day.

A fever is a raised body temperature. When your child’s temperature is above 38 degrees Celsius ºC, it’s considered to be a fever. However, a fever alone doesn’t tell you whether your child is ill.

You should check your child’s temperature with a thermometer if they seem unwell, look overly flushed or feel hot to touch. See How to Take a Temperature.

The most common cause of fever is a viral infection, less commonly a bacterial infection. A fever is the body’s natural response to infection, as a rise in body temperature helps to kill the infection.

Fever is rare in babies under six months of age and can be a sign of serious illness or infection (please consult your doctor).

Some children can have a high temperature when teething (although they will usually show other symptoms of teething too). If you are concerned about your child’s health, contact your healthcare professional.

Fever is a normal response to infection. Being hot may make your baby feel unhappy or uncomfortable. Pamol^® may help to relieve the pain and discomfort associated with a fever and help to reduce a high fever. Always read the label and use as directed. Incorrect use can be harmful. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Please contact your doctor if your baby is <3 months and has a fever or if you are unsure if your child is ill or unwell.

• Reduce your child’s layers of clothing to just a single layer (eg. singlet and nappy/pants).

• Make sure the room is not too warm.

• Keep up fluids, and ensure your child rests.

• If your child is miserable because of the fever, then Pamol^® may help to relieve the pain and discomfort associated with the fever.

• Use our handy Little Helper tool to work out the correct dose amount.

• Give Pamol^® every four hours if required (not sooner), and with no more than four doses within a 24-hour period.

• Do not exceed the dose recommendations. Always read the label and use as directed. Incorrect use can be harmful. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Young babies less than three months old are not very good yet at controlling their own body temperature. Wrapping a baby in too many layers can cause him or her to overheat. If your baby is unwell, and has a temperature, you should contact your healthcare professional.

A fever by itself does not mean your child is very sick. However look for other signs and symptoms and if you are concerned about your child’s health contact your healthcare professional.