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Exhusband gave 3 year old (34 lbs)childrens robitussin (guaifenesin) for common cold symptoms. she has never had it before and he didnt speak to doc. concerns??

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Dr. Kerrie Pinkney answered

Specializes in Palliative Care

How much did he give: We generally don't give this medicine this young - you are correct. You don't say how much or which formula specifically he gave. If it was a small amount it should be ok. Just watch carefully for next few hours for things like extreme agitation or restlessness.

Answered 8/10/2015

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Not a problem...: It is one of the few meds I would use in such kids & has a five + decade track record of safety when used in proper doses.

Answered 6/5/2017

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