Cough And Cold Medicines Not For Children Under 6, Says Health Canada

Manufacturers in Canada will have to relabel OTC (over-the-counter) cough and cold medicines that have pediatric dosing information to indicate that these medications should not be given to children under six years of age. Health Canada says the products affected are those that contain any of the active ingredients listed below that are administered orally (via the mouth).

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Filed under: Ear, Nose and Throat on January 4th, 2009