Aspirin and aspirin-like compounds should not be taken by children with viral diseases.

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Aspirin and aspirin-like compounds, such as ibuprofen, should not be given to children with viral diseases, such as the flu or chickenpox, because they can increase the risk of a rare but serious condition called Reye's syndrome. Children with viral diseases should be given alternative pain and fever relievers such as acetaminophen.

Aspirin and Aspirin-Like Compounds Should Not Be Taken by Children