29th February 2024

A 6-year-old boy presents to ED with odynophagia and a high temperature after being referred by the GP.

A 6-year-old boy presents to ED with odynophagia and a high temperature after being referred by the GP. Following an ENT examination, the consultant suspects a case of viral tonsillitis. Although in some pain, he appears orientated; observations reveal a RR of 23, BP 128/76, oxygen saturations of 98% and a temperature of 38.5.

Select the single, most appropriate medication option which will help improve this patient’s fever.