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Cough syrup
My Son is 2 years 4 months plus old. He has cough (Khansi). The doctor prescribed 2.5 ml Asthakind Junior DX. Is it safe? As it contains Dextromethorphan
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If a qualified doctor has prescribed it, I believe he/she might have examined the child, considered side effects, and then chose to give it.
I suggest you discuss with your doctor and clear your doubts.
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Dr. Sushmitha Trivedi
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Gulbarga
Better to avoid. U can use home remedies to relief cough if it is a dry cough like warm water with honey, humidifier in room, vicks vapour rubs
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Dr. Sakshi Agarwal
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6 yrs exp
Ghaziabad
Your child needs to assessed physically and then advised.
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Dr. Md Razzaq
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Patna
Not safe. Consult me or any peds
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