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Cold in infant

2020-11-15 05:53:14
The baby is 60 days old, can we use vics babyrub on chest and nose? Is it safe? As he feels discomforted with blocked nose
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Baby Vicks is not advisable...
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you can instill nasla saline drops to relieve nasal block...

Answered2020-11-15 08:19:56

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Hi...blocked nose can be relieved by nasovion clear saline drops There are no guidelines for usage of vics babyrub in infants So i suggest not to use

Answered2020-11-15 07:59:48

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Instill saline nasal drops for nose block
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Do not apply vicks, nor good for the baby.

Answered2020-11-15 08:36:56

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