The Journal of pediatrics

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• The Journal of pediatrics · Sep 2013

  Review Meta Analysis

  Does the use of antipyretics in children who have acute infections prolong febrile illness? A systematic review and meta-analysis.

  To review the literature and test the hypothesis that the use of antipyretic drugs in children with acute infections slows recovery. ⋯ There is no evidence from these studies that the use of antipyretics slows the resolution of fever in children.

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