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Is It Safe To Give Nyquil For Cold And Stuffy Nose?

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Question : can I give a nyquil cold & flu liquid capsule to a 10 year old boy weighing 100 pounds. He has a stuffy nose, sneezing but no fever.
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Answered by Dr. Diptanshu Das (29 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
I would not suggest a cough suppressant like this

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on Healthcaremagic.

Such episodes are generally caused by certain viruses. Nyquil contains Dextromethorphan which is a cough suppressant. Although it can be given, I would not suggest that. Rather I would suggest giving some expectorant or steam inhalation. You can also give saline nasal drops like nasoclear.

Flu liquid capsule can be given if you like but I do not consider it essential.

Hope that helps.
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Is It Safe To Give Nyquil For Cold And Stuffy Nose?

Brief Answer: I would not suggest a cough suppressant like this Detailed Answer: Thanks for asking on Healthcaremagic. Such episodes are generally caused by certain viruses. Nyquil contains Dextromethorphan which is a cough suppressant. Although it can be given, I would not suggest that. Rather I would suggest giving some expectorant or steam inhalation. You can also give saline nasal drops like nasoclear. Flu liquid capsule can be given if you like but I do not consider it essential. Hope that helps.