What is Fever?

A fever is a higher than normal body temperature. It’s usually a symptom of an infection or illness such as a cold or flu.

When measured by a thermometer under the tongue or arm, a child’s temperature is usually between 36.6 degrees celsius and 37.3 degrees celsius3. A child’s fever is usually measured at over 37.5 degrees celsius.

When suffering from a fever, children usually show signs of illness such as sleepiness and a poor appetite. Look for a hot face or forehead, and a body that feels hot or shivery.

A fever is the body’s way of responding to infection or illness; however children with fever often feel quite miserable. Reducing a fever can help reduce their stress.

Dimetapp Pain and Fever can help children feel more comfortable sooner, by reducing fever as well as aches and pains. As well as pain relief, Dimetapp provides up to 8 hours fever relief, including fever associated with immunisation.

What causes Fever?

Fever has a number of potential causes, the most common of which are:

• Infections of the upper respiratory tract, such as colds and flu
• Prolonged exposure to the sun on a hot day
• Immunisation