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Is DEXTROMETHORPHAN safe for children aged 3 years? Can I use the combination of DEXTROMETHORPHAN+CHLORPHENIRAMINE+AMMONIUM-CHLORIDE+GUAIFENESIN Drug as Cough-Syrup. Is it safest for my child? What should be the dosage?
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It is safe. Dose depends on weight of your baby.
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Yes it can be given. What is the what of your child?
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YESSOMEWHATNO
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No it is not safe. Better take homoeopathic treatment.. You can consult me at lybrate..
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Any cough syp containing dextromethorpan is totally safe if given above 2 years of age. Dosage for your child will be 2.5 ml thrice daily.
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