after being diagnosed with cirrhosis the development of a fever can be a sign of liver complications and should be medically assessed. your physician should be consulted before taking any over the counter medications such as acetaminophen aspirin ibuprofen vitamins and other supplements. a good practice when first diagnosed is to put all the bottles of all the medications you take into a bag and take them with you to the doctor who manages your liver disease. include all over-the-counter medications supplements and herbal drugs as well as any prescriptions you take. individuals with cirrhosis get aches and pains and may develop a fever just like anybody else. clear treatment instructions should be obtained before these incidents occur. never start any new medications or supplements without first checking with your doctor. any time you are being prescribed a new medication make sure the doctor prescribing it is aware of your liver condition. most pain and anti-pyretic (fever reducers) drugs are metabolized by the liver. with cirrhosis the failing liver does not always break down these drugs which then may build up in the bloodstream to toxic levels. alcohol prescribed medications vitamins and over the counter medical remedies can cause further hepatic damage and should be taken only upon the approval of the doctor treating your cirrhosis.
what is safe to take for fever if you have cirrhosis. my husband is in stage 4 and has a fever what is safe for him to take?