Fever cases have surged across India during the ongoing monsoon season, and many patients are noticing that paracetamol, commonly taken as Dolo-650, is not providing the expected relief.
Doctors explain that the reduced effectiveness of paracetamol does not mean the medicine has changed, but rather that infections themselves have become more intense and persistent.
New viral strains are more virulent at the same time, many people are not taking the drug correctly. Skipping doses, using smaller amounts than recommended, or not maintaining the six-hour interval between doses can make it less effective.
This season’s stubborn fevers serve as a reminder that paracetamol is only a tool for symptom relief, not a cure for all causes of fever.
Identifying the underlying illness and following proper medical guidance is essential to ensure safe and effective recovery.
You’re right paracetamol can only manage symptoms, not the root cause. The rise in stubborn fevers highlights the need for proper diagnosis, correct dosage, and medical supervision rather than self medication.
It is normal for people to assume a coomon drug will always work. Paracetamol can reduce fever temporarily but since there are so many different viral and bacterial strains, it’s important to diagnose the underlying cause and treat accordingly.
Paracetamol has long been used to treat fever, but as you point out, its primary job is symptom control rather than treating the underlying cause. It’s understandable why many believe it’s “less effective” given the prevalence of inappropriate use and the stronger virus strains now in circulation. This highlights the importance of careful dose, medical consultation, and avoiding relying on a single medication for everything. Fevers are a bodily signal, and understanding reason why they persist is just as important as managing them.