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A 40-year-old female asked:
What is the best otc cold medicine for 10 yr old healthy child? running nose, itchy throat with mucus, sneezing, headache- no fever, no flu symptoms
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Dr. Adam Kinganswered
Internal Medicine and Pediatrics 16 years experience
Ibuprofen and Honey: Believe it or not, raw honey, 1 to 2 teaspoons every 4 to 6 hours, is very beneficial. Also a good dose of Ibuprofen every 6 hours can be greatly helpful.
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Last updated Feb 4, 2015
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