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Ped recommended giving 1/2 tsp of children's benadryl (diphenhydramine) to 22mo. i gave it to her then realized it was children's benadryl (diphenhydramine) plus congestion. ok or no!

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Benadryl (diphenhydramine) syrup : These medications sre not recommended for children under 2 years, the American Academy of pediatrics does not recommend them even for kids under 6 years, 1 dose is not going to cause any problem, if that was given to treat nasal congestion, just use saline nose drops, they are safe and effective. Good luck.

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Answered 10/23/2017

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