Are you as mad as I am?

I so hear ya, momma...though I have heard from the docs that those medicines don't work anyway and that is why parents ended up overdoses their kids. Think about it. If the medicines didn't work b/c the kiddies were too young, then the parents wouldn't really think about it, but would give them more...hence the too tiny kids would get too much and OD. But I do get what you are saying, b/c my 5 month old had a cold too, but I found that a humidifier by their bed at night, adding some Kaz or Vicks to the cup works wonders! Then I just clean her nose out during the day before she eats especially.

No, I am not upset at all. Improper dosage was not the only problem with baby cold medicine. Some contained ingredients that could be harmful and even deadly even when given the proper dose of medicine. Also, there is evidence that the medicines are completely ineffective. I would not give my baby cold medicine even if it was available. Instead, try saline drops in the nose. Put a few drops in, then after a couple of minutes use a bulb syringe to clear out the nostrils. It does help. Prop up the crib mattress by putting a pillow under it. This helps relieve the pressure in the head and makes it easier to sleep. Put a vaporizer in the room to keep the air humid. Other than that, just remember that most colds only last a few days to a week at the most. Anything that lasts longer could be something more and should be checked out by a doctor.

From what I understand they have not stopped making all the medicines, just the combination ones. The girl I work with is currently giving her 4 months old trimenic for nasal congestion and chest congestion (per the Drs orders). I suggest you call you doctor for a dosage and pick up a bottle.