Tylenol Children Cold Liquid

Ingredients

Per 5ml (1tsp):

• Chlorpheniramine maleate 1mg (antihistamine)
• Pseudoephedrine HCL 15mg (decongestant)
• Acetaminophen 160mg (fever reducer)

WHEN TO USE

Runny nose, nasal congestion, chest congestion, and fever. I only use a cold medication like this if my child’s symptoms are interfering with sleep, eating or if they are generally miserable with congestion. The antihistamine and decongestant combination in this cold medication will temporarily relieve most symptoms of the common cold. It opens up nasal congestion and dries up nasal secretions. It also helps reduce cough caused by secretions running down the throat. The Acetaminophen in this cold medication will help relieve the aches and fever that your child may have. If you are using this combination cold medication but still need to do more for the fever, then a dose of Ibuprofen (Motrin or Advil) would be okay to give.

Helpful tip for treating colds

When I use cold medications in my children, I have found that the nasal passages can become too dry, that is why it is important to use saline nasal spray throughout the day and a humidifier in the bedroom.

SAFETY/SIDE EFFECTS

It is safe to use in children six months old and above. The sedative effects of the antihistamine usually overcome the “revving-up” effects of the decongestant to produce an overall “calming” effect, which will help your child sleep. Occasionally, the antihistamine has the opposite effect, which may lead to some missed sleep but is not dangerous. Uncommon side effects are headache, upset stomach and dizziness. If your child has a history of seizures, high blood pressure, heart disease, thyroid disease or is taking medications for any of these conditions, consult your doctor before taking this medication. If your child has Croup, do not use this medication because of its drying effect.

DOSING CHART

Doses are every 4-6 hours, max 4 doses/day.