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Robitussin Cough & Cold Infant Drops |
1. |
What are the active ingredients and amounts per dose? What is the source of each ingredient? |
The active ingredients are guaifenesin 100mg/2.5mL, dextromethorphan hydrobromide 5mg/2.5mL and pseudoephedrine hydrochloride 15mg/2.5mL. |
2. |
Does the product contain alcohol, and if so, what amount per dose? |
None. |
3. |
What is the expiration dating? |
2 years. |
4. |
Can the product be mixed in liquid? (i.e. infant formula) |
Yes, but the product is recommended to be taken by itself. |
5. |
What type of tamper-resistant packaging does it contain? (i.e. foil seal, glued box, overwrapped carton, etc.) |
Break-away ring on bottle cap. |
6. |
What type of child-resistant packaging does the bottle contain? |
None. |
7. |
Does this product contain an antihistamine? |
No. |
8. |
Does this product contain a nasal decongestant? |
Yes. |
9. |
Does this product contain a fever reducer? |
No. |
10. |
Is the packaging recyclable? |
The bottle should be recycled as you would any glass material. The carton should be recycled as you would any paper product. |
11. |
How should I dose my child, by age or weight? |
Choose by weight. If weight is not known, choose by age. |
12. |
How do I use the dropper? |
Place the tip of the syringe into the liquid. Turn the barrel so dosing lines are visible to you.Hold the syringe firmly in one hand, while the other hand pulls the syringe plunger upward. Pull up the plunger above the mark corresponding to the amount to be dispensed. There may be some air between the level of syrup and the tip of the plunger. Make sure that the level of the liquid is even with the dosing line.Administer the dose into the side of the mouth using steady pressure on the plunger. Small amounts of the dose may be administered to allow the child to swallow. |
13. |
Can I take if I am pregnant? (adult dosing) |
This question is not applicable for this product. |
14. |
Can I take it if I am nursing? (adult dosing) |
This question is not applicable for this product. |
15. |
My child is gluten intolerant - can he/she use this product? |
Yes. |
16. |
Can I give this to my child who is a diabetic? |
As with all medications, diabetics should consult their physicians about using this product. |
17. |
Does this product cause drowsiness? |
No, this is a non-drowsy product. |
18. |
Will this make my child hyper? |
Do not exceed recommended dosage. If nervousness, dizziness, or sleeplessness occur, discontinue use and consult a physician |
19. |
What is a MAOI? Why can't this product be taken with an MAOI? |
Certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions contain a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI). Ingredients in this product and an MAOI may cause a drug-drug interaction. Therefore, this product should not be given to a child who is taking a prescription MAOI or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. |
