Dr. Barry Dworkin

Cold remedies should not be used in young children and infants because it may lead to significant life-threatening side-effects

Health Headlines Commentary for March , 2016

Source:

1 in 5 young children given cold remedies despite warnings, study finds

Reference:

Mandatory labeling requirements and over-the-counter cough and cold medication use in early childhood

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