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Is This an Allergic Reaction?
Benadryl is an awesome antihistamine, so you need to keep a pediatric dose on hand for the future. I recommend taking your daughter to an allergist for the ...
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- I would also think that this is an allergic reaction to the shrimp. Shellfish are highly allergenic. They also cross react, so I would avoid crabs and lobster too, o...
- It definately sounds like it could be a reaction. The trouble is you don't know to what. Even though she didn't eat the shrimp, the shrimp touched the pasta which sh...
- Looks like she is allergic to Shrimps or may be tomato. What you did is right. I would give her a spoon of antihistamine like a benadryl right away. (wher it says for ...
Claritin Side Effects with Toddlers
Read all 12 responses: "Has anyone given claritin to a toddler and ... She could have one dose and be fine, but the second made her hyperactive and agitated. ... him off of it and maybe try another allergy medication such as benadryl. ...
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- D., YES! My son has done the same stuff which was unusual behavior for him. I even tried it and OMG I couldn't believe how strange I felt and that was a child's dosag...
- Sounds like your son could definitely be having a reaction to the medicine. The first and easiest thing to do would be to take him off the medicine and monitor him for...
- Go to a naturopath. They have solutions that don't include drugs and are much healthier for everybody. You can ask people around you who they recommend. I know thre...
What to Do for Mosquito Bites for an Infant?
You can give them a dose of benadryl and use the benadryl cream to dab on them to reduce any swelling or itching. 1/4 teaspoon of benadryl is a good dose ...
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- i would just leave it alone.. it doesn't bother infants like it bothers adults( i mean it doesn't itch ) i personally would do nothing i have a 3 week old and i ha...
- I know that someone recommended Benadryl cream - but PLEASE don't use Benadryl cream on kids. It actually causes seizures in children so it is NOT safe for little one...
- I put rubbing alcohol on a cotton ball and just rub it on the spot.
Toddler with Rash on Back and Stomach
Children often will respond to the meds 7-10 after the first dose was given, ... Benadryl will usually take care of that but I'd have the pediatrician look ...
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- Probably a heat rash. But it could be an allergic reaction. My dad also had a rash like that, the Dr prescribed him some cream to put on it, and it made it worse. Now ...
- if it isn;t heat rash...it could be ezcema....or at least that is what our ped told us
- could be heat rash or could be flea bites or some other bug type bites. Did he get hot recently? Sounds like heat rash. Just bathe and then put a easy cream like Av...
Infant vs Children's Motrin
I have a motrin dosing chart that my cousin gave me (She's a D.O) It says to always go by weight first, ... Need Children's Benadryl Dosage ...
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- You should go by weight but it doesn't really matter if you use the infant or the childrens as long as you are following the weight requirements. If you are really co...
- I was always told and have always gone by weight so she should go ahead and stay with the infant drops and once she goes over 23lbs and go ahead and go to the children...
- I am not a health care professional but I do have 3 little ones myself. My understanding is that the dosage generally goes by weight and there is some overlap between...
Child Has Hives
If the doctor says it's okay give her the baby Benadryl And no hot bath In ... yes my son had hives as a toddler. The worst thing you can do is give your ...
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- My husband had hives as a child. Is your child allergic to any foods? Have you tried any new foods lately? You might want to keep a food log and try to track any n...
- yes, my son had hives as a toddler. The worst thing you can do is give your daughter a warm bath. It has happened 3 different times to my son. My son is now 12. Y...
- Hi K., My son broke out in hives when he was 10 months old. It started with what I thought were bug bites on the back of his legs and when he woke up the next morning...
Medicine
Sep 2, 2009 ... my doctor told me 12 a teaspoon of benadryl also what helps is the ... was 3 years ago Whenever possible we try to dose by weight not by age ...
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- Ask you doctor, but mine told me Benadryl and the amount depends on his weight. Hope he gets better. Steph
- Ask your doc for sure! Sometimes they have little remedies that work :) Mine had us give 1/2 tsp benadryl mixed with 1/2 tsp Mylanta. The benadryl helped get the ba...
- My grandson's pediatrician allows children's benadryl.
9 Month Old with a Cold
They make Little Noses for infants and toddlers. ..... definatly the Benadryl, but call your pharmacist and ask for a dosage. Helpful? ...
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- Infant Tylenol Cold & Cough is great, I use it for my 7 month old.
- My doctor always told me to give the kids PediaCare, use a vaporizor, vapo rub since it helps with the breathing thing, and yes the humidifier is great too. Elevate h...
- i just read your update......dont use vicks..that is not good for a child your age...... also use a COOL mist vaporizor......not HOT......... and dont make your house ...
Activities to Keep 1 Year Old Busy on Airplane
And people don't mind a toddler at all, you will most likely have folks playing ..... benadryl dosage 20 lb · getting water out of little people toy ...
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- Hi N.! Just last month I went through the same thing. I flew alone with my then 17-month-old daughter. I was terrified at the idea of it, because with little ones a...
- My son has flown many times, and always surprises me with how well he does as he, too, is one of those busy little people. I bring along the snacks and toys and books ...
- Stick Colorforms on the plane windows. Good Luck! J.
Medical Care for a Coughing Toddler
Read all 26 responses: "I have a toddler (20 months old) that has been ... I gave her saline for the nose, benadryl type medicine, took away the milk and ...
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- I wouldnt go to the Dr. over this unless she develops a barky persistent cough. Plus you don't want to pick up some other bug at the Dr.'s office, don't go if you don...
- If you haven't already eliminated cow's milk/dairy products, you might try that. Our daughter had a lot of sinus issues too, with her first sinus infection at 11 mont...
- My pediatrician said a teaspoon of honey in warm apple juice works just as well as medicine. Good Luck!
