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Is decongestant tablet ok for 8 year old?
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Family Practice: There are several otc decongestants that are commonly use with children over 2yo. They come in various forms. Take as directed and usually not to use longer than a few days in a row.
Answered 3/10/2013
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One?: One should be ok as long as there is no underlying disease.
Answered 3/2/2016
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