[Hyperthermia in children, efficacy of a drinkable solution of paracetamol]. / L'hyperthermie de l'enfant, efficacité du soluté buvable de paracétamol.

The results of a clinical trial of a new presentation designed for pediatric patients in 29 children are reported. Rectal temperature was recorded every 3 hours, for 12 hours. Patients were given a 12 mg/kg dose every 6 hours. A significant and satisfactory decrease in body temperature was observed. No undesirable side effects were recorded.