Benadryl
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Baby Allergies
Asked by J.L. from Salt Lake City
on October 16, 2012
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How much children's benadryl can i give my 21 pound 10 month old son
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- Some doctors say a baby that young can't have seasonal allergies. It could be a milk allergy, or food allergy if your son has a constant runny nose. I don't know if Be...
- Definitely talk to your doc. This is something you can even call the nurse about. Our nurse will ask the doctor when she has a minutes and then call me back. Is this a...
- Talk to your doctor. It really depends on what the situation is. I had to give Benadryl to my son at that age for a severe allergic reaction (doctor's orders), but I...
Hey Im 16Weeks and 2 Days Pergnant
Asked by C.T. from Greenville
on May 22, 2010
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16 weeks pregnant, have a terrible head cold runny nose , on my list of safe medications while pregnant, Benadryl is on it, is Benadryl Allergy diphenhydramine hci the...
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- first off congrats. I was crazy when I was preggo....really careful took things only if I needed it and only after a dr. phone call. so....I am not sure LOL :-) good luck
- You have to ask the doctor these questions instead of other moms, C.. At least ask the pharmacist, though he or she might want you to hear from the doctor. D.
- Kristen has already given you a good answer for this time around, but I just wanted to give you an idea for next time. I always called a pharmacist, and there are som...
Allergies
Asked by L.G. from New York
on October 28, 2010
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can anyone let me know what kind of medicine should i give my 3 year old for his allergies... as long as its not claritin.and benadryl... thanks
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- if you think he has allergies, you should have him tested by an allergist. they can prescribe other meds.
- Is he itchy? Is he sneezing? Is he wheezing? Is he coughing? Is he rubbing his eyes? Has he been diagnosed w/allergies? or are you assuming he's allergic? Do yo...
- You could try Benadryl or it's generic, but that might make him drowsy.
Cough Syrup
Asked by Y.S. from Chicago
on February 29, 2008
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Hello moms, my son has been coughing for over a week now. We went to his pediatritian last Saturday and she prescribed Albuterol Syrup. 4 days of taking it, the coughi...
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- They may have suggested that so you could dry up the nasal passage, that draining could be what's making him cough, that nasal drainage is irritating his throat. My ...
- First, Albuterol is a steroid, not a cough syrup, so it would be used to open up the airway. Benadryl could be used if she thinks he has post nasal drip (ie the drain...
- Albuterol syrup? Never even heard of it? And, i am a peds nurse. Maybe it's just something that isnt used much. I am used to albuterol nebs or inhalers. Did the MD hap...
What Medicine Can You Give a 10 Month Old with Seasonal Allergies?
Asked by J.D. from Sioux City
on September 29, 2010
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It seems like my son has seasonal allergies and I'm not sure what I can do to make him more comfortable. The doctor's office said to give him a 1/4 tsp of children's ...
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- FOLLOW YOUR DRS.ADVICE...i give my dogs benadryl for allergies-works great-zero side affects...
- We diffuse 100% natural products in our home. They are completely safe for newborns to adult when used in a sensible manner. Let me know if you'd like more options. ...
- I've also heard that babies cannot have seasonal allergies because they need to first be exposed to the pollens--so it takes at least a year to get those allergies. I ...
Allergy Help
Asked by J. from Dallas
on March 23, 2006
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Hello,
I took my son to his pediatrician and says he has allergies. I gave him some children's benadryl which seemed to help but would like any other advice to ease...
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- J., I'd take him to an allergist that specializes in kids to find out for sure and set up a treatment plan. AIR Care in Plano is great - they are right near Presby Pl...
- Hi J., About your son's allergies...I'd suggest taking him to a chiropractor! I know it sounds nuts but it's true. It has helped with so, so many of my kids' prob...
- Glyconutrients have helped my 3 kids tremendously! It's all natural with no herbs. It boosts the immune system too. I highly recommend it and would love to tell you...
Flying with a 15 Month Old?
Asked by J.L. from Rochester
on January 30, 2010
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I am about to fly with my 15 month old son by myself and I have been told that I should give him some Benadryl to help him sleep on the flight. I am not sure if I sho...
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- We are taking my 19 month old in March on a 2 hr flight. Since he too does not sit still, we got a ticket for him and will be bringing his car seat for him to be in. I...
- I have flown with my son (now 3) at least 6 times since he was 12 months old. The first time we flew he was just getting over an earinfection and the dr suggested Ben...
- Do not drug your son! Benadryl (or any medication for that matter) can have a variety of side effects. It makes some kids sleepy and others SUPER hyper. You never k...
Allergy Injections
Asked by S.R. from Milwaukee
on April 28, 2012
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So I got my allergy injection about a month ago and it got really swollen so we backed down on the dosage. I've been getting shots weekly since until we reach the full...
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- My son gets injections. His have only swollen more than "usual" probably once. But it wasn't golf ball sized. Normal for him is some redness and itching, that is pr...
- I get allergy shots every 2 weeks. I've been getting them over 20 years. I get reactions but nothing that large. The nurse that gives the shots always ask how I did...
- I used to give allergy injections. As long as you are not having any itching or swelling in your throat, not too much to worry about. Make sure you tell them when you ...
What OTC Rx Do You Use?
Asked by S. from Chicago
on January 2, 2008
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My 2.5 year old son has a horrible runny nose. I really don't like to give him Benadryl (pediatrican reccomended). Any suggestions on what I can give him that will o...
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- I use the regular Children's Dimetapp (not the infant formula, which has been pulled off the shelf) and have done so since my son was 3 (he is now almost 7.) I am pre...
- Flush the nose with saline solution, or nasal spray. Then, suck out his nose with a bulb. It will help keep him clear.
- My ped recommended Dimatapp for the last co;d that we experienced just talk to the pharmacist about the new dosage amounts. We also do the saline and sucking for minor...
Rash or Hives
Asked by J.W. from Seattle
on March 13, 2011
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My son who is 10 years old is waking up with a rash we give him Benadryl and it goes away and sometimes it comes back later in the day,It stated about a week ago.
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- Is it itchy? Are they flat red spots, or are they swollen or raised? If it's itchy, has swelling or raised spots, then it's probably hives. He may be having an all...
- I'm with Megan – get all unneeded chemicals out of his sleeping area, and your home. Most fabric softeners are loaded with toxic chemicals, and many detergents, hous...
- This happened to my son about a month ago. Turns out I had switched to a new dryer sheet (Bounce bar actually) and he was allergic to it. As soon as I removed it and ...
