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Can a give my 34 month old advil (ibuprofen) and cough and cold medicine at the same time?
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No: Advil and tylenol (acetaminophen) are okay but decongestants are not recommended for children. Antihistmines like Claritin and zyrtec might be safe.
Answered 6/24/2014
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