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What are good medicines for an 18 month old who has coughing, sneezing, runny nose, sore throat?

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None: Over the counter medications are not recommended for children under the age of 6 years.Certainly for fever or pain, you can give tylenol (acetaminophen) or motrin.

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Answered 5/15/2017

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