Kramer 1991.
Methods | Randomized (table of random numbers), parallel, double blind, placebo controlled Follow up: until fever free for at least 24 hours |
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Participants | 304 children aged 6 months to 6 years, rectal temperature ≥ 38 ºC with viral infection Exclusion criteria: onset >4 days; bacterial infection; history of convulsion; fever ≥ 41 ºC |
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Interventions | Paracetamol: 10 to 15mg/kg given 4 hourly versus placebo | |
Outcomes | Mean duration of fever Mean duration of other symptoms Improvement in comfort/ behaviour |
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Notes | Study location: Canada 79 (26%) children randomized participants dropped |