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Is phenergan (promethazine) safe for 11 month old baby for allergy and itchy mosquito bites he's 9.5 kg dr recommended 3 mls twice a day till symptoms are gone?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Phenergan (promethazine): Phenergan (promethazine) is generally not recommendedfor children under 2 years of age since it can affect their breathing. Benadryl would be a better choice

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Answered 6/30/2014

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