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Hi my son has cough and cold.he's almost 4months can i use vicks 0 scent pads wid humidifier & rubbing vicks on his chest & feet.wat can i do othr sug?
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Irritating: Vick's chest rub can be irritating to young lungs and at time has triggered wheezing. Room humidification is a better option for infants.
Answered 1/22/2015
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