Learn About Common Fever Medications

Diclofenac

Ladies, you take diclofenac orally to get rid of inflammation. Most of the time, it's helpful for arthritis and migraines. However, it will also relieve fevers! That said, this one's prescription-only. Of course, you have to know about the side effects. The common ones are heartburn, upset stomach, drowsiness, headaches, constipation, diarrhea, and dizziness. There are rare ones too, like feet swelling, fatigue, and rapid weight gain. Ladies, they are heart failure warning signs! Talk to your doctor right away if they appear. Do this for ringing in your ears too!

Ladies, this medication also increases your blood pressure. That's why you have to keep a close eye on your blood pressure when you take it. Call your doctor if you notice any elevations in your blood pressure. Of course, some of you can't take this medication. It's not right when you're pregnant or have conditions like asthma, high blood pressure, stomach bleeding, heart disease, or high blood pressure. It also isn't appropriate when you have a history of kidney or liver disease. Don't take it with tobacco either!

Naproxen

Naproxen is a great medication. Ladies, it's another anti-inflammatory! It's available over-the-counter as well as with a prescription. Usually, you can only take 2 doses of this day. It's very strong! However, your doctor is able to give you permission to take 3 doses. Regardless, you have to drink a full glass of water with this medication. Ladies, you will also benefit from not lying down for 10 minutes after taking it. This will help reduce the risk of an upset stomach! Taking it with food also helps. Other side effects to know about are dizziness, headaches, drowsiness, and heartburn. Call your doctor if these do not go away or get worse!

This medication has rarer side effects too. Examples are mood changes, painful swallowing, vision issues, and easy bruising. Sometimes, you will deal with a stiff neck for no reason or changes to your pee output as well! Talk to your doctor right away if any of these rarer effects appear. Finally, there are some interactions with naproxen. They include corticosteroids, lithium, ACE inhibitors, and diuretics! You will need adjusted doses or to find another medication. Talk to your doctor for help!