Question 1

is there an antihistamine for an infant that is safe, and how much would i give her?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Cetirazine(zyrtec) is approved for infants over 6mo at a dose of 1/2 tsp/day with additional dosing for older infants. Other preparations may be considered but all should be used in consultation with your doctor. Much of the stuffiness of infants is assumed to be allergies when it is really dust/smoke& other air irritants that antihistamines will not help, so discuss your conserns with dr

Question 2

which antihistamine is safe for a 2 week old infant for allergy ?

Accepted Answer

None: there no antihistamine approved for babies below six months

Question 3

danger of infant taking 25mg of benadryl (diphenhydramine)?

Accepted Answer

Sleepiness: If the infant took one dose, they may get very sleepy. Try to hydrate the baby if he/she is awake as much as you can and if you notice any trouble breathing take them to the er, but generally it should be ok and will resolve on its own.

Question 4

hey can u give infants tylenol (acetaminophen) hours after giving children benadryl?

Accepted Answer

Yes you can: Be cautious though with antihistamines in general in infants, read the labels of all OTC drugs carefully, check with your doctor if you want to give antihistamines regularly, good luck

Question 5

is it safe to give an 11 month old infant benadryl (diphenhydramine) for bronchitis and running nose?

Accepted Answer

Benadryl (diphenhydramine): Yes as long as to stick to the pediatric doses - if you are unsure then talk to the pediatrician.

Question 6

hello, my 11 month old has a slight rash around her mouth after eating a tomato and i was wondering if i can give her some childrens benadryl and if so how much?

infant allergic reaction

Accepted Answer

Yes: The dose is a teaspoon of the 12.5 mg/5 ml syrup per 25 lb. given as often as every 4-6 hrs.

Question 7

i took the antihistamine loratadine 3 days in a row when i was 5 weeks & a couple days pregnant (i didn't know then). might this have harmed my baby?

Accepted Answer

Safe: The likelihood of harm to the baby is low.

Question 8

can a 6week old baby take antihistamines for a facial rash that appeared after putting some cream on?

Accepted Answer

No: Antihistamines are generally not recommended for infants. Please see your GP for an examination and treatment. In the meantime please keep moisturising the skin with simple fatty cream

Question 9

can i take hydroxycut sprinkles while taking baby aspirin , pravastatin 20 mg , and an antihistamine  .

Accepted Answer

Yes: Hydroxycut does not contain ingredients that would interact with aspirin, pravastatin and an antihistamine.  It does contain caffeine so watch how much coffee and colas you drink.

Question 10

i have an ear infection and runny nose. currently breasfeeding. what medications (antibiotic and antihistamine)  can i take for my baby to be safe?

Accepted Answer

Kiindly visit your: doctor, you need to be examined first to decide wether you need an antibiotic, and to be prescribed safe medicines during breast feeding

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Is there an antihistamine for an infant that is safe, and how much would i give her?

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Which antihistamine is safe for a 2 week old infant for allergy ?

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Danger of infant taking 25mg of benadryl (diphenhydramine)?

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Hey can u give infants tylenol (acetaminophen) hours after giving children benadryl?

A member asked:

Is it safe to give an 11 month old infant benadryl (diphenhydramine) for bronchitis and running nose?

A member asked:

Hello, my 11 month old has a slight rash around her mouth after eating a tomato and i was wondering if i can give her some childrens benadryl and if so how much? infant allergic reaction

A member asked:

I took the antihistamine loratadine 3 days in a row when i was 5 weeks & a couple days pregnant (i didn't know then). might this have harmed my baby?

A member asked:

Can a 6week old baby take antihistamines for a facial rash that appeared after putting some cream on?

A member asked:

Can i take hydroxycut sprinkles while taking baby aspirin , pravastatin 20 mg , and an antihistamine .

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I have an ear infection and runny nose. currently breasfeeding. what medications (antibiotic and antihistamine) can i take for my baby to be safe?

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