Juan has influenza and has aches, pains, and a fever.His mother, a physician, tells him to take an antipyretic.What is she telling him to take?
A)an antibiotic, like erythromycin
B)an antiviral drug, like tamiflu
C)an antihistamine
D)acetaminophen, like tylenol
E)herbal tea with honey

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An antipyretic is a medication used to reduce fever. Acetaminophen (Tylenol) is a common antipyretic used to treat symptoms of influenza. Antibiotics and antiviral drugs are not effective against the influenza virus, and antihistamines do not treat the fever associated with influenza. Herbal tea with honey may offer some relief of symptoms, but does not specifically target fever reduction.

Juan Has Influenza and Has Aches, Pains, and a Fever