Question 1

coridian hbp is the only cold and  cough medication i have in the house right now. can i give this to my 8 year old?

Accepted Answer

Yes but...: if it is day and night, you can give the day pill one pill 2-3 times a day. the night pill acetaminophen dose may be too strong, but wont hurt if given once.  However, best to avoid these things for kids. I give acetaminophen or ibuprofen for fever, pain, zyrtec (cetirizine) for runny nose, honey/lemon tea for cough. Rumor has it rubbing vicks on soles of feet then wearing socks helps cough.

Question 2

my daughter takes care for her seizures she has a cold can i give her dimetapp cold and cough medication?

Accepted Answer

: As long as your daughter has well-controlled epilepsy and does NOT miss her medications, she should be capable of benefiting from OTC symptomatic relievers, without exacerbation of seizures.

Question 3

what additional cough medicine can i take on top of theraflu cold and cough nighttime?

Accepted Answer

Dextromethorphan: Whichever cold compounds you take will be more effective in controlling cough if they contain dextromethorphan, and these are usually marked "dm" on the bottle.

Question 4

what dosage of children's cold and cough medicine can you give 2 year old?

Accepted Answer

Depends: There are so many different types of cough and cold medications it is impossible without knowing which specific one you are referring to.  Most of these medications are no longer recommended for young children because of their side effects.  Nasal saline spray is a good starting point.

Question 5

my 5yr old son always had cold and cough.medicine is not giving effective relief.what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Cough: A cough is not uncommon with or after a cold and over the counter cough medications are often not helpful. A good trick is to apply Vicks vapo rub  to the bottom of the feet and cover with socks. If this does not help, or there is significant nighttime cough, it might be best to bring him in to be checked out further.

Question 6

can i take hylands cold and cough medicine while pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Homeopathic,: alcohol and sugar free. No pregnancy warning. Best to check with your OB doctor first however. Thanks for trusting HealthTap!

Question 7

what cold and cough medicine can i take with phentermine?

Accepted Answer

Safe remedies: Cold Tips: For sore throat – gargle with warm salt water (1/2 tsp salt in 8 oz of water). * For congestion – saline nose drops or a neti pot. *For anti-inflammatory effect &amp; mobilizing mucus- homemade chicken noodle soup.**For hydration- lots of water. Try clear broth. * Add honey &amp; a small amt. of lemon juice to Chamomile tea.

Question 8

my 2.5 year old daughter often has a lingering cough 2 weeks after a cold.  can i give her cough medication if yes which one?  we just give her honey

Accepted Answer

No cough medicine: It's not uncommon to have a lingering cough for a long time after a cold, as long as she feels well and eats and has normal activities. If she takes a turn for the worse, then she should see the doctor. Pediatricians don't recommend cough medicine in children less than 4 any longer. Lemon, honey tea is ok, vaporub on the chest is ok, using a humidifier in her bedroom when she sleeps may help.

Question 9

i went to the hospital today and i they told me i had a bad cold and they prescribed me some cough medication and when i got i home i layed down and i woke up i started to hurt on both middle and lower of my abdomen ?

Accepted Answer

Nasal saline: Cool air mist, nasal saline and monitoring your temperature are advised. If you have a fever of 101 of higher, please see your PCP. Rest, fluids and judicious use of the cough medication help to control flu like symptoms. If the pain is persistent and not related to muscle strain from cough, please see your PCP.

Question 10

does cough medication affect the pill?

Accepted Answer

Need more info!: Which cough medication? Which pill? Check drug-drug interaction checkers at www.Online.Epocrates.Com and www.Drugs.Com. Better yet, as your pharmacist and/or prescribing doctor.

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Coridian hbp is the only cold and cough medication i have in the house right now. can i give this to my 8 year old?

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My daughter takes care for her seizures she has a cold can i give her dimetapp cold and cough medication?

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What additional cough medicine can i take on top of theraflu cold and cough nighttime?

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What dosage of children's cold and cough medicine can you give 2 year old?

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My 5yr old son always had cold and cough.medicine is not giving effective relief.what should i do?

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Can i take hylands cold and cough medicine while pregnant?

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What cold and cough medicine can i take with phentermine?

A member asked:

My 2.5 year old daughter often has a lingering cough 2 weeks after a cold. can i give her cough medication if yes which one? we just give her honey

A member asked:

I went to the hospital today and i they told me i had a bad cold and they prescribed me some cough medication and when i got i home i layed down and i woke up i started to hurt on both middle and lower of my abdomen ?

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Does cough medication affect the pill?

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