Several reports of home quarantine violations by Indian residents having international travel history were reported in the media, including cases of suppression of fever symptoms by use of antipyretic agents, and some of these cases were later diagnosed having COVID-19 [6]. (The BMJ)

They concluded: “The current evidence does not support routine antipyretic administration to treat fever in acute respiratory infections and covid-19,” adding that the rapid and widespread purchase of antipyretic medication over-the-counter has led to temporary shortages. (The BMJ)

Staff has been reminded that use of antipyretic medications and over-the-countercough, respiratory, or flu medications should not be used if an employee is not feeling well. (TAP Into Madison)