Discussions tagged “kidshealth”

I gave my 5-year-old Tusnel-DM Liquid Pediatric Drops for the first time last night. It's a mix of guaifenesin, pseudoephedrine and dextromethorphan and it really helped with her cough and stuffy nose. However, I'm a bit worried about the possible side effects, especially the severe ones. Has anyone else used this? How did it go? What side effects did you notice, if any? I want to make sure I'm doing the right thing for my little one.

I've been giving my kid Loratadine 5mg Chewable Tabs for their seasonal allergies, and I've seen a significant reduction in symptoms like sneezing and itchy eyes. However, I'm a bit concerned about the potential side effects, especially the urgent ones. Has anyone else had experiences with these tablets? I'd love to hear about both the positive and negative side effects you've encountered. Also, how do you handle dosing? The package says they are chewable, but I've found that they are a bit hard for my kid to chew. Do you give them with food or water, or if you have any tips, please share.

I just picked up some Supress-DX Ped Drops 30ml for my 5-year-old who has been battling a nasty cold and cough. I'm hoping this will relieve his congestion and help him sleep better at night. Has anyone else used this and and had any issues? WARNING: It has some serious side effects for children listed as well. It also has Dextromethorphan which makes me nervous. Seems like a lot to give someone so young. The directions are clear, but I'm concerned. I would love to hear some good reviews about this.