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What can i give a 31 month old/ 39 lb girl for a flu cough?
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Fluids and: Use a cool mist vaporizer and saline nose drops. Cough and cold medications do not work in young children.
Answered 12/15/2013
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Not much: The studies are very clear that cough medicines really do not do much at all in this age group and usually have more side effects than benefit. There are some natural ones with honey that may provide some relief. Also, use of humidifier and push fluids will also help settle the cough.
Answered 9/28/2016
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