Whats the concern about cough and cold medicines for kids?
Over-the-counter cough and cold medicines don’t effectively treat the underlying cause of a child’s cold, and won’t cure a child’s cold or make it go away any sooner. These medications also have potential side effects, including rapid heart rate and convulsions. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends that parents avoid using cough and cold medicines to treat children younger than age 2.
