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Is It Safe To Give 2 To 3 Drops Of Brandy To A 5 Year Old?
Question: Hi Doctor,
Is it safe to give 2 to 3 drops of brandy to a 5 year old
Is it safe to give 2 to 3 drops of brandy to a 5 year old
Brief Answer:
No level of alcohol is considered safe for a baby
Detailed Answer:
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No level of alcohol is considered safe for a baby. Brandy contains 35-60 % alcohol by volume. Although 2-3 drops of brandy does not contain much alcohol, it is still not recommended. On frequent use, it could give rise to impaired motor development, changes in sleep patterns, decrease in intake of feeds, and risk of sudden fall in blood sugar to risky levels.
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No level of alcohol is considered safe for a baby
Detailed Answer:
Thanks for asking on HealthcareMagic.
No level of alcohol is considered safe for a baby. Brandy contains 35-60 % alcohol by volume. Although 2-3 drops of brandy does not contain much alcohol, it is still not recommended. On frequent use, it could give rise to impaired motor development, changes in sleep patterns, decrease in intake of feeds, and risk of sudden fall in blood sugar to risky levels.
Hope that helps.
If you found my answer to be helpful, please close the thread with a 5 star rating and a positive review.
Regards
Dr. Diptanshu Das
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