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Deletus for baby
Good morning doctor, my daughter is 2.4 years old our pediatrician suggested to give deletus syrup for cough and mild cold so actually even i used deletus before is it for adults or chimdren also same formulation please help am worried thank you
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Cough should be avoid before 3 to 4 yrs , including dexametherprone. If absolutely needed than use normal cough syrup based on Pediatrician advice
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I totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided.
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Dr. Shiv Dubey
Pediatrician
15 yrs exp
Bhopal
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Can you please provide exact composition of the syrup ? Dextromethorphan should be avoided in less than 5 years of age as per latest MOHFW guidelines.
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Dr. Sakshi Agarwal
Pediatrician
6 yrs exp
Ghaziabad
Avoid Deletus SYP, it contains dextromethorphan which is not to be used in kids
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