When my son was little

He had ear infections constantly (eventually we had tubes put in). The doctor said I could alternate Tylenol and Motrin every TWO hours as long as the fever was high. Since they work differently, you do not risk overdosing.

HOWEVER....I would certainly advise you to contact your doctor before doing that, to make sure it is okay for your child.

• 4-year-old with a very high fever and I - DT
  • What works for my little one... - Lynn
    • Ok so I didn't proof my message - Lynn
  • If the child gets lethargic, then please go see the doctor. If behavior is normal, - then it's okay to treat at home. NM
  • When my son was little - Rad MT
  • Is she tolerating fluids? - NDmt
  • Have you tried a cool bath. sm - mammamt
    • Don't use alcohol. Fumes are no good. Just playing in a coolish bath while - eating a popsicle will be fine. NM
      • Thanks for this, I have never tried it but heard about it - mammamt
      • Went to the ER yesterday and they - DT
    • I haven't tried the cool bath or the compresses yet. - DT
  • High Fever - LinK
    • cool baths burn with fever - Jeeperbelle

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