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Could you give a 5 year old theraflu for head and if so how much?

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Dr. Tony Ho answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

Poor data: The safety data for most cold and congestion products are in children 6 years and older. At 5 years old, i would consult your pediatrician first.

Answered 9/28/2016

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