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Is it safe to give 6 years old cough suppressant for dry cough? if so which one is recommended?

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Dr. Brian Affleck answered

Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery

Dextromethorphan : One of the better cough suppressant medications that is available over-the-counter is dextromethorphan. It often comes packaged with guaifenesin. These medicines are over-the-counter and generally works pretty well for cough in children.

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Answered 1/5/2019

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