Function and function of antipyretic patch
Antipyretic patch is a kind of topical patch with antipyretic effect. Antipyretic patch is mainly a physical antipyretic method used by children and infants when they have fever. The antipyretic patch is applied to forehead, armpit and other parts, which can increase the heat dissipation function of human body and is suitable for antipyretic treatment when the baby's body temperature is not too high after catching a cold. Stick it on the forehead when the baby has a fever, which has a good effect of reducing fever. Generally, children do not need to take antipyretics if their body temperature does not exceed 38.5 degrees. Because antipyretics reduce body temperature through physical cooling, it has the advantages of small side effects and convenient use, especially for babies who can't tolerate oral antipyretics. Antipyretic paste can be used as an auxiliary cooling method. In addition, when a child has a fever, he must pay attention to drinking more water and urinating more. If there is persistent fever, take the baby to the hospital as soon as possible, find out the cause and treat the symptoms.
Correct sticking method of antipyretic paste
Antipyretic paste is a physical cooling method. When children use antipyretic patches, they should wash their hair first, and then tear off one side after the antipyretic patches are completely dried, and stick the glued side on the acupuncture points on the forehead or neck and chest of children with glue. The average person will stick it on the child's forehead when sticking it. When sticking it, be sure to read the instructions carefully. Some antipyretic stickers are not suitable for children under three years old. Moreover, the antipyretic paste also has a certain time limit, and it can be used after tearing for about 8 hours. If there is still no sign of fever after posting for a day, then don't use this method to cool down. Moreover, some babies have delicate skin. If you have skin allergy when sticking the antipyretic patch, then don't use this method to reduce the fever. You can take a bath with warm water or go to the hospital for examination in time to see the specific reasons for your child's illness, so as to achieve the specific effect of cooling down.
The harm of antipyretic paste
It will hurt the baby's skin. It is suggested that the maximum duration of sticking antipyretic stickers should not exceed 10 hour. Generally use antipyretic stickers to reduce the baby's fever. Generally, a piece of antipyretic plaster can work for 6-8 hours, but the longest duration of sticking antipyretic plaster is about 10 hour. Because the baby's skin is delicate, it may be red or allergic after being stuck for a long time, so it can be removed when the baby's temperature is below 38 degrees. Too many antipyretic stickers do have some side effects and adverse reactions. The biggest harm is allergies, because the baby's skin is tender and sensitive, and a rash will appear when using antipyretic stickers. This situation should stop immediately. If adults use antipyretic stickers, it doesn't matter if the time is longer or shorter, and it doesn't have much impact on health. But if it is for babies, it is necessary to grasp the time, and it is best not to exceed the time in the instructions. Because the baby's skin is delicate, sticking it for too long may cause itching and even allergies.
Is the antipyretic sticker a physical cooling?
Fever patch is a commonly used physical cooling product, and its main components are polymer gel, biochemical water and glycerol. Mainly through the evaporation of water in the gel and the absorption of heat on the body surface, the purpose of rapid cooling is achieved. The antipyretic patch is a product for external use, and its ingredients have no irritating effect on human body, and will not be absorbed into human body through skin to produce various adverse reactions. The effective time of antipyretic plaster is about 6-8 hours, and several tablets can be applied to the forehead, temples, armpits, groin, left and right common carotid arteries of patients at the same time, which can be discarded after use and cannot be reused. If the body temperature does not drop, you can apply it again, usually when the body temperature is 37.3-38.5℃. If the body temperature exceeds 38.5℃, the antipyretic patch will not have obvious effect, and antipyretic and analgesic drugs should be taken. In addition, antipyretic paste is only symptomatic treatment, and it has no therapeutic effect on the cause of fever. If the patient's body temperature continues, it is recommended to see a doctor in time.