Use a medicine syringe or dropper to gently squirt the dose into the side of your baby’s cheek (not directly on the tongue), a little at a time. You can chill the syrup slightly in the refrigerator if the label permits — this can help reduce the bitter taste. Offer a quick follow-up with a small spoon of sweet puree or juice (if your baby has already started solids) to mask the aftertaste.

Use a dropper or oral syringe: It allows better control than a spoon. Place the tip inside the cheek (between gum and cheek pouch), not directly on the tongue.Give small amounts slowly to avoid gagging or spitting. Try when baby is calm and alert: Avoid giving when crying heavily.Try 15–30 minutes after a short nap or feeding. Mix with a small amount of sweet puree (if advised): If the baby is on solids, you can mix the dose in a spoon of fruit puree (like banana or apple) — but only if your pediatrician allows. Never mix the entire dose in a bottle — baby may not finish it. Try distraction: Use a favorite toy, video, or sing a song to keep baby distracted.

Avoid: Forcing with a spoon or tilting the head backward (risk of choking). Mixing with milk or formula — may affect medicine absorption or lead to incomplete dosing.

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