• Can I give OTC cough syrups to my 9 month old baby?

My baby is 9 months old and is suffering from cough. He doesn’t seem to have fever or any other problem except for the cough. Is it safe to give OTC cough syrup to a 9 month old baby?

11 Answers

  • Pediatrician
  • NEW YORK, NY

Absolutely not. OTC cough meds are not approved for children under age 4.

  • Pediatrician
  • Hattiesburg, Mississippi

zarbees for 2-12 months is ok for a 9 month old. It is over the counter

  • Pediatrician
  • Rowlett, Tx

nope

  • Pediatrician
  • New York, NY

We do not recommend OTC cough syrup at this age. If your baby is coughing a lot, have your pediatrician examine your baby’s lungs.

  • Pediatrician
  • Decatur, IL

No

  • Pediatrician
  • Macon, GA

We don’t recommend OTC cough and cold remedies for babies.

  • Pediatrician
  • BROOKLYN, NY

No, give lots of liquids and use saline nose drops or a humidifier with cool mist.

  • Pediatrician
  • Beverly Hills, California

Generally we don't recommend OTC cough meds at that age. Consider natural remedies. (No honey before 1 year old). There is a Zarbees for babies.

  • Pediatrician
  • Greenville, AL

See baby’s doctor first.

  • Pediatrician
  • Oakland, California

That's easy, no. Take him to see his/her doctor if you are concerned.

  • Pediatrician
  • Cockeysville, MD

No OTC cough meds should not be used

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