What are the makers of these medicines doing to address misuse?
Oral pediatric cough and cold medicines have a long track record of safe and effective use, and we want to help all parents and caregivers use them correctly. Because reports of rare instances of accidental ingestion or misuse, CHPA and the makers of these medicines are engaged in a major, multi-year campaign aimed at providing parents and caregivers with the necessary tools they need to safely store and appropriately administer these medicines to children. Concurrent to this outreach among parents, CHPA is working with the medical community to encourage more direct communication on symptoms and treatment options for children. In addition, CHPA members have committed to ensuring all oral pediatric cough and cold medicines will be in child-resistant packaging.
