I suspect my child has FMS. Can I start her on guaifenesin?
There is nothing to lose by trying the child out on Guaifenesin. You can always stop. If symptoms get worse temporarily, that should be confirmation enough. (Speak with Megan and Fiona about this) Where can I find info on the long-term effect of Guaifenesin usage on children, not necessarily in relation to Fibromyalgia, but perhaps studies of children using Guaifenesin for other reasons? You will find no literature or research on the use of Guaifenesin in children. Guaifenesin for children is called Paediatric Sprinkles, and children with asthma take it all their lives. Guaifenesin is now, and for years has been, in all OTC cough and cold preps as well. Dr. St. Amand has had experience in treating more than 100 children under the age of 10. The bad news is you will have to make your own observations and decisions about your child. The good news is a delay while you decide if it will not harm the child. Your doctor can look up the drug in the PDR under Humibid and help you decide what t
