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Mom of a 3 yr 4 m old girl2 years ago

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My 5 month old baby is having cold and cough, Doctor prescribed the below medicine, can I give the syrup mentioned in prescription, some people suggest it should not be given to younger children

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Dr Vandan H KumarFather of a 7 yr 6 m old boy2 years ago

A. can give if needed it is important to follow the instructions opinion advice and medicines course given by your doctor for the problem . they are safe if given by registered medical practitioner. do not take medicines not prescribed by the doctor . take a follow up in few days if it is not improving for need of treatment modification or any lab / radiological investigations.

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