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My doctor prescribed allergex for my 9 month old daughter. the bottle says not to give to children under the age of 2. should i still give it to her?

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

Depends: If the kid broke out in hives I might use an antihistamine like this. I don't find it helpful for colds or drainage & find it can thicken secretions & make them worse. This is an okay med when used for the right reasons. Since you didn't post why it was suggested it is hard to comment.

Answered 9/23/2018

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A member asked:

My doctor prescribed allergex for my 9 month old daughter. the bottle says not to give to children under the age of 2. should i still give it to her?

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