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Can Avil Syrup Be Given To An Infant?

Hi, i want to ask is this rite to give avil syrup 2 ml quanitity to a 3 months old child daily? What will be the side effects of it? Actually my asking this for my nephew, she cries all the time and just take 3-4 hours sleep maximum. To make her sleep is a bit difficult work. It is prescribed by a child specialist, but i want to take a second advice too. Please tell me. Waiting for your response.
Mon, 15 Sep 2014
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Hello.The drug which you refer is an antihistamine whose most common side effect is drowsiness,its use is not recommended in children under 5 years old.
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Can Avil Syrup Be Given To An Infant?

Hello.The drug which you refer is an antihistamine whose most common side effect is drowsiness,its use is not recommended in children under 5 years old. I wish you good health. (If the answer has helped you, please indicate this)