Finally, some MD's got it right (this time). If you have kids and pay attention to the news you probably heard that pediatricians have been fighting against over-the-counter (OTC) cold medicine for kids and the drug companies that make them.
It was long thought that since OTC cold meds really don't help but probably don't hurt kids that it's OK to "market" these drugs to kids and parents for cold symptoms. Recent research revealed that thousands of kids goto the ER every year due to the side effects from cold meds. One of these side effects is death.
Because of this research, and the pediatricians battle, drug makers admit that those drugs should not be taken by kids under 4 years and probably under 6 years. In fact, most medications have not been thoroughly studied for use in kids and the possible side effects. Which means question any medication/injection that if recommended to your kids.
So what to do then? Was hands, feed veggies to boost immune function, avoid sugar, food coloring and preservatives, and let your child's body do the healing. Do some research about honey for cough suppression.
Ask your chiropractor about other options to enhance the healing process.
Dr. J
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I am glad to see you here on blogspot - I started one last fall and decided to start writing regularly this month - check mine out at http://bestlifepossible.blogspot.com.
I agree with you about the medication for children and also about the headache remedies in the first blog. What works for me is peppermint oil, stretching...and when I can afford it? A good chiropractic adjustment :)
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