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A member asked:

Can a give my 34 month old advil (ibuprofen) and cough and cold medicine at the same time?

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Dr. Jon Aoki answered

No: Advil and tylenol (acetaminophen) are okay but decongestants are not recommended for children. Antihistmines like Claritin and zyrtec might be safe.

Dr Fricke agreed

Answered 6/24/2014

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