| Fever may be defined as a mild to moderate | | | | Even though generics are identical to brand name |
| physical illness that is characterized by the | | | | drugs, they are typically sold at substantial |
| increase in body temperature to above normal. | | | | discounts from the branded price. Typical savings |
| A person is considered to have a fever if the | | | | of at least 50 to 70 percent can be saved by the |
| body temperature has already recorded at 98.4 | | | | average consumer if generics are used instead of |
| to 99.5 degrees Fahrenheit. It is not usually | | | | the more expensive branded drugs. |
| dangerous unless it measures 103 degrees or | | | | Individuals with fever should visit the doctor if the |
| higher. | | | | following develops: |
| Having a fever accompanies many if not most | | | | Body temperature rises to 104 degrees |
| illnesses known to man. The presence of fever | | | | Fahrenheit or above. |
| may signal the presence of virus or bacteria in | | | | Body temperature has been higher than 101 |
| the body. When the immune system detects | | | | degrees Fahrenheit for more than three days. |
| these infections, the body's temperature rises and | | | | Body temperature rises to 100.5 degrees for a |
| makes it harder for the invading germs. In many | | | | couple of weeks with no other symptoms. |
| cases, it can be regarded as secondary to | | | | Illness persists or seems to be worsening. |
| another more serious disease or illness. But the | | | | Rather than seeking medical help or other |
| use of cheap generic drugs or less expensive | | | | methods to treat fever, preventing infections that |
| medicines and proper lifestyle adjustments, this | | | | may lead to the development of fever should be |
| ailment can be easily treated and eased. | | | | the priority of many individuals. Below are some |
| Most kinds of fever go away on their own after | | | | of the things than can be done to avoid the |
| one or two days. However, there are certain | | | | development of fever. |
| things that can be done to hasten recovery and | | | | Wash your hands thoroughly (often one of the |
| increase one's comfort. Fever can usually be | | | | best ways to avoid catching a cold). |
| treated with common pain relievers like ibuprofen | | | | Shaking hands with someone who has a cold is |
| or acetaminophen. However, these medications | | | | risky, so avoid rubbing your eyes or nose |
| should be used with extreme caution because | | | | afterwards. |
| they cause liver or kidney damage, and other | | | | Food should be cooked or cooled down as quickly |
| ailments if used in high doses or extended periods. | | | | as possible. |
| Aspirin can also be an option, but this drug should | | | | Vegetables and meat must be stored separately |
| never be given to children or teens because it | | | | and prepared on separate chopping boards. |
| may trigger the development of liver diseases. | | | | Meat should preferably be served well-done. |
| Plenty of liquids such as water or fruit juices | | | | Fever is an ailment that can be easily treated if it |
| should be consumed to cool down the body and | | | | is properly understood and addressed through |
| prevent dehydration. Individuals who wish to try | | | | rest and medication. However, rather than just |
| medication should take cheap generic drugs than | | | | seeking medical treatment, maintaining an active |
| branded ones. A generic drug is identical to a | | | | lifestyle and eating nutritious food should be part |
| brand name drug in safety, strength, and quality. | | | | of one's daily regimen. |