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Is Zzzquil Safe For Children?
Hello, I have 2 grandsons that are being given an over the counter sleep aide at night. This I just found out Saturday. One has autism (10 yrs old now) and concerned that giving him over this counter medication without a doctor prescribing it could lead to problems. It is called ZZZQUIL? They started being given ZZZQILL when 5 and 9 yrs. Now 6 & 9 years. Can you tell me if given these young children on a daily basis could cause problems. I would appreciate any information you could me. Thank you
Fri, 23 Nov 2018
Hi,
Zzquil is a brand name of antihistamine duphenhydramine. It is safe in children but long term use is not recommended.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
Zzquil is a brand name of antihistamine duphenhydramine. It is safe in children but long term use is not recommended.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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