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Cold medicines for kids: What's the risk?
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What's the concern about cough and cold medicines for kids?
What about antibiotics?
Can any medications help treat the common cold?
Is codeine OK?
How can I help my child feel better?
What's the best way to prevent the common cold?
What's the concern about cough and cold medicines for kids?
What about antibiotics?
Can any medications help treat the common cold?
Is codeine OK?
How can I help my child feel better?
What's the best way to prevent the common cold?
What's the best way to prevent the common cold?
To help your child stay healthy:
- Keep it clean. Teach your child to wash his or her hands thoroughly and often. When soap and water aren't available, provide an alcohol-based hand sanitizer. Keep toys and common household surfaces clean, too.
- Steer clear of colds. When possible, help or encourage your child to avoid close contact with anyone who has a cold.
- Avoid touching his or her face. Your child can get sick by touching something contaminated with germs and then touching his or her eyes, mouth or nose.