MCQ
What are used to control body temperature during fever?
  • Antipyretics
  • B
    Analgesics
  • C
    Antidiuretics
  • D
    Antibiotic

Answer

Correct option: A.
Antipyretics
Antipyretics are substances that reduce fever. Antipyretics cause the hypothalamus to override an interleukin $-$ induced increase in temperature. The body then works to lower the temperature, resulting in a reduction in fever.

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