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Why can Tylenol make a fever go down?

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Miram · 31-35, F
Theoretically it stops cyclooxygenase and decreases prostaglandin concentrations in the brain and that changes the firing frequency of neurons responsible for hermoregulation.

Lowering your fever isn't a solution. Treat the cause and see a professional. Depending on your case, there are risks for taking this medication.