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When I have a fever, can I take Cetirizine and Paracetamol?

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Patient's Query

Hi doctor,

When I have a fever, can I take Cetirizine in the morning and then Paracetamol in the afternoon?

Please advise.

Answered by Dr. Geethu Thomas

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Geethu Thomas is a General Practitioner and Family Physician specializing in Internal Medicine. She manages acute and chronic conditions, offers preventive care, and provides health education for patients across all age groups. She is also dedicated to promoting overall wellness and early disease detection.

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Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concern.

You mentioned that you have a fever. You can use Paracetamol. You can take it up to three times a day and can stop if your temperature comes down.

Now, regarding Cetirizine, it is used for allergies, colds, and other conditions. If you are experiencing a flu-like fever, that is, a fever accompanied by a cold or itchy throat, then yes, you can use it in conjunction with Paracetamol. I suggest you take both medicines together.

You can use Levocetirizine, which avoids sleepiness. Hence, you can be focused on your work. Consult your specialist doctor, discuss with him or her, and take medicine with their consent.

Thank you and take care.

Regards.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At July 28, 2018
Reviewed At November 26, 2025

Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Geethu Thomas is a General Practitioner and Family Physician specializing in Internal Medicine. She manages acute and chronic conditions, offers preventive care, and provides health education for patients across all age groups. She is also dedicated to promoting overall wellness and early disease detection.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MBBS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Geethu Thomas is a General Practitioner and Family Physician specializing in Internal Medicine. She manages acute and chronic conditions, offers preventive care, and provides health education for patients across all age groups. She is also dedicated to promoting overall wellness and early disease detection.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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