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Is ofloxacin eye drop safe for 8 month old? He is having sever cough too. Appears that there is an infection in one eye also.
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We should not use over the counter medications for children . The eye needs to be examined by a paediatrician or an ophthalmologist who will advise if eye drops are necessary. Common cold can cause congestion of the eyes which can all be a viral prodrome .
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