1. Drugs or substances that reduce fever by lowering body temperature.
Usage: Plural form; used in medical and pharmaceutical contexts.; Common antipyretics include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.

Examples

• The doctor recommended antipyretics to help manage the patient's high fever.
• Antipyretics work by affecting the body's temperature regulation center in the brain.
• Over-the-counter antipyretics are widely available at pharmacies.
• Parents often give their children antipyretics when they have a fever.
• Different antipyretics have varying effectiveness depending on the individual.
• The nurse administered antipyretics as part of the treatment protocol.