Do you know the new guidelines on cold and cough medications?
Do you know the new guidelines on cold and cough medications?

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  • Children under 4 should not use cold and cough medication, and children ages 4 to 6 should only use them when directed by a doctor.
  • Cold and cough medicine can have dangerous and life-threatening side effects in young children.
  • The new guidelines are important and should be taken seriously by parents.
Are you giving your child the right dose?
Are you giving your child the right dose?
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  • Two recent studies draw attention to a major public-health problem—medication errors involving children.
  • Every 8 minutes a child is given the wrong drug or given the wrong dose
  • Using teaspoon or tablespoon measurements can double the chance of dosing errors.
  • Before you leave the doctor’s office make sure you understand how, when, and for how long your child should take any medication.

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