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Is it safe to take dayquil while breastfeeding my 16 month old? what would be safe to take for a cold?
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No: Has 2 drugs that may be transmitted in breast milk. Robitussin or Mucinex (guaifenesin) would be safe. All the best.
Answered 1/15/2017
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