A member asked:

My 22 - month old has a cough. it's been a few days since he had a fever and it doesn't seem abnormal, just uncomfortable. is there an ok suppressant?

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Dr. Josephine Ruiz-healy answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Not needed: Cough is a way of your baby to mobilize secretions and bring phlegm up. There are no cough suppressants recommended for children under 6 years for a common cold. Run a humidifier and suction the nose out.

Answered 10/7/2017

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AURI: Baby is OK if feeding good,active and playful. No cough RX at this age.

Answered 9/28/2016

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