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CHEBI:35493 - antipyretic

ChEBI IDCHEBI:35493
ChEBI Nameantipyretic
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DefinitionA drug that prevents or reduces fever by lowering the body temperature from a raised state. An antipyretic will not affect the normal body temperature if one does not have fever. Antipyretics cause the hypothalamus to override an interleukin-induced increase in temperature. The body will then work to lower the temperature and the result is a reduction in fever.
Last Modified26 June 2025
SubmitterMarcus Ennis
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