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"Parents want to do everything they can to help their sick child feel better, but they need to be very careful about giving them medications. Many medicines are made for adults only and never should be given to a young child or baby. Even some medications specifically made for children can be dangerous if given improperly or in the wrong dosages. Before giving any medicine to your kids, please review these 10 common medications your child should never take.
- Aspirin – The number one medication to avoid using for kids is aspirin since it’s been linked to Reye’s syndrome. Although most parents know this, they may not be aware of all the products that contain aspirin. Check the ingredients of all medications before giving them to children to make sure they don’t contain aspirin.
- Vicks – not for kids under age 2
- Antihistamines
- Sudafed
- Cough medicines – doesn't allow body to cough and clear out lungs
- Pepto-Bismol – contains aspirin
- Alka-Seltzer – not for children under age 12
- Sleeping pills – contain diphenhydramine, not recommended for children
- Antibiotics – risk can outweigh the benefits
- Pseudoephedrine – nasal decongestant (no for under age 2)
Parents should read labels of all OTC (over the counter) medications for the recommended children’s dosages. They will clearly state which drugs are intended for adults and not for children under the age of 12. Also check the ingredients listed to make sure they don’t contain aspirin or any of the other medications that can be dangerous to children. Kids will get sick, but it’s important to remember that common illnesses are only temporary. It’s much better to be safe than sorry and give your child something that will only make them feel worse."
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