Alert on cold medicines
Oct 1st, 2007 by Lilian
I can only heave a sigh of relief because all my children are grown up. Gone were the days when I have a cocktail of medicines to feed them. It is a horrible experience, forcing down medicines on those unwilling patients. However, what can we do if we are asked to keep giving them with the hope of recovery, right?
I know parents with young children are going to be very worried with this news which I just picked up from the news.
They are widely available in drugstores across the country. Over-the-counter cold and cough remedies, with fruity flavors specifically marketed for kids.
But, there’s a growing consensus that these medicines may not always be safe — and for young children, aren’t worth the risks.
(full story on ABC)
As usual, do bring your child to see a doctor. Avoid self-medication.