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I cant find vitamin a for my 9month old son. am afraid to take him to the public clinic because of the congestion since the is this virus. is the any substitute i can give him from the chemist?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Vitamin Supplements: What you refer to as a "chemist" is what we call a pharmacist. At least in the US, patients able to talk with pharmacists about medications and supplements. Consider giving your chemist a call if you are uncomfortalbe leaving your home.

Answered 6/13/2020

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A member asked:

I cant find vitamin a for my 9month old son. am afraid to take him to the public clinic because of the congestion since the is this virus. is the any substitute i can give him from the chemist?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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