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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration wants you to be aware of the following information about use of medicines for cough and colds in children:

The FDA doesn’t recommend over-the-counter (OTC) medicines for cough and cold symptoms in children younger than 2 years old.
Prescription cough medicines containing codeine or hydrocodone are not indicated for use in children younger than 18 years old. Codeine and hydrocodone are opioids that are available in combination with other medicines, such as antihistamines and decongestants, in prescription medicines to treat cough and symptoms associated with allergies or the common cold for adults.
Caregivers should also read labels on OTC cough and cold products, because some might contain codeine.
Here are some other tips on how to safely treat your child’s cough and cold.

Relieving Cold and Cough Symptoms
There’s no cure for the common cold, a viral infection that can’t be treated with antibiotics. Typically, a cold will run its course in a week or two, and children will usually get better on their own, without medication. For older children, some non-prescription medicines can help relieve the symptoms of a cold—but won’t change the natural course of the cold or make it go away faster.

Coughs are a normal symptom of a cold and help the body clear the mucus out of the airway and protect the lungs. Non-drug treatments for coughs include drinking plenty of fluids, especially warm drinks to soothe the throat.

When to Call a Doctor
Not every sniffle or cough merits a trip to the doctor’s office. When in doubt, parents should call their health care provider.

For all children, call a doctor if you see any of these symptoms:

A fever in an infant 2 months or younger
A fever of 102 degrees or higher at any age
Blue lips
Labored breathing, including nostrils widening with each breath, wheezing, fast breathing, the ribs showing with each breath or shortness of breath
Not eating or drinking, with signs of dehydration (such as decreased urination)
Excessive crankiness or sleepiness
Persistent ear pain
If the cough lasts for more than three weeks
If the child is getting worse
These symptoms can signal that your child may have something more serious than a cold.