Are Mosquito Repellents Safe For Infants?
Question: Hello Doctor
We in India use a variety of mosquito repellent vapourisers. I want to know if its safe to use these products with infants around. If not till what age should we avoid using and what atre other safe alternatives.
Thanks
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Brief Answer:
relax.
Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX
Thanks for your query.
I understand your concern.
Since your baby is 90 days old I suggest you to avoid any vaporiser .
Mosquito net is the best option.
Cover him properly with clothes with full sleeves.
In case you have to take baby out for more than 1 hour and there is risk of mosquito bite you can safely apply mosquito repellent cream having lower concentration of DEET (10 TO 30%)
Maintain proper cleanliness around your house thus avoiding any water to collect.
Hope I have answered your query.
Let me know if you have any further query.
Wishing your little XXXXXXX good health.
God bless....
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Raju A.T