What is the new advice for treating coughs and colds in children under 6 years?
According to the MHRA, parents and carers are being advised that children under six suffering from a cough or cold should be treated with paracetamol or ibuprofen to lower the child’s temperature. If they have a cough, they are being advised to use a simple cough syrup, such as glycerol, honey or lemon. Baby Meltus Cough Linctus is not affected by the new advice, and you can continue to use this product to relieve the symptoms of coughs in babies and infants from 3 months (contains dilute acetic acid, always read the label). For young babies who are having difficulty feeding, nasal saline drops are recommended to help thin and clear nasal secretions. Vapour rubs and inhalant decongestants, which can be applied to a child’s clothing, can also be used to provide relief from a blocked nose. However, while the changes are made, all medicines continue to be suitable for use as instructed on the label. Note that Medinol Under 6 which contains paracetamol only, is not affected by this advice
