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A member asked:

Is it safe to give my 2 year old a 1/2 tsp of dimetapp cold and cough it was dosed out for her at one time but the paper fell out of the box ?

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Dr. Lori Semel answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Yes: 1/2 a tsp is fine for her. I hope she feels better.

Answered 10/24/2014

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Depends on weight: Most over the counter medications are designed for one teaspoon per 22 pounds of body weight. Hope that helps

Answered 7/4/2016

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