Thrissur: Authorities have issued a strong warning against giving cough syrup containing chlorpheniramine maleate and ...

most cough and cold medicines are not recommended for children under 4. Antitussive drugs like codeine are also linked to a high risk of addiction. If you are dealing with a cough, consider soothing ...

Mucinex (guaifenesin) is an example. These medications aren't always effective and they can cause side effects and adverse reactions. The FDA strongly advises against giving cough suppressants to kids ...

While it may seem odd, placebos have been shown to be more effective than not giving any treatment for cough. In one study, children were given either agave syrup, a placebo of colored sugar water ...

According to paediatricians and other experts dealing with the medicine of children, restrictions on medicines should be made only if there are other safe, evidence-based treatments for treating cough ...

India has waived off mandatory testing of cough syrups for export to countries like USA, UK, and EU if their regulatory ...

In Michigan, there have already been 520 reported cases of whooping cough, according to the Michigan Disease Surveillance ...