A simple cold or other viral infection can sometimes cause a high fever (102°F to 104°F or 38.9°C to 40°C). This does not mean you or your child has a serious problem. What is a fever? A fever is the body’s way of fighting an infection. Fevers tell us something is ‘going on’ in your child’s body. Fevers often happen Even though colds and the flu share some of the same symptoms, the viruses that cause them are different. Generally a child with the flu will appear to be much sicker than a child with a cold. The main reason is to simplify the dosing of Children’s TYLENOL® for caregivers. The product concentration or strength will now be the same whether you choose Children’s TYLENOL® Liquids or Children’s TYLENOL® Chewables. Title: After the shots.what to do if your child has discomfort Author: IAC Keywords: acetaminophen, Tylenol, ibuprofen, Advil, Motrin, dosing table, doses, dose, chewables, fever in babies, how much medicine to give, reduce fever, how to reduce fever, medicine to reduce fever, fever after shots, vaccines, how to treat a fever, p4015 Philosophies & Policies At Discovery Day Care Preschool we are able to provide childcare for children from infancy to 12 years of age. We are open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. until 6:00 p.m. What is a Fever? Fever is a body’s natural response to fighting infection. The body temperature rises to aid the immune system in fighting off the unwanted invader. TYLENOL is a pediatrician recommended brand of Pain Reliever/ Fever Reducer When it comes to reducing fever or relieving pain in infants, Infants’ TYLENOL has been the brand recommended most by pediatricians for the last 20 years. Tylenol (acetaminophen) is a pain reliever and a fever reducer. Tylenol is used to treat many conditions such as headache, muscle aches, arthritis, backache, toothaches, colds, and fevers. It is used to ease pain and fever. What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Tylenol? If you have an allergy to acetaminophen or any other part of Tylenol (acetaminophen suppositories).