Is there a Benadryl for babies?

Is there a Benadryl for babies?

DIPHENHYDRAMINE (Brand Name: Benadryl) For infants 6 months or older only** Benadryl is an antihistamine, so it can be used for allergic reactions and allergies. It can be given every 6 hours. Benadryl comes in Children’s liquid suspension, Children’s Chewable tablets, Children’s Meltaway strips or adult tablets.

How much Benadryl can I give my 25lb baby?

Diphenhydramine (Benadryl) Dose Table

What can I give my baby instead of Benadryl?

“For infants six months or older I usually recommend children’s Zyrtec, which is also an antihistamine. Benadryl is short-acting and can cause drowsiness or hyperactivity in some babies, so I prefer Zyrtec which creates more of a steady state and has fewer side effects.”

Can a 6 month old have Benadryl?

Benadryl is generally not safe to give to babies or infants under 2 years old at home. Sometimes, people can safely give infants aged 2 to 5 small doses of Benadryl, but only when a doctor advises them to do so. Specific child-friendly Benadryl is available for children aged 6 and above.

What if I gave my baby too much Benadryl?

While an overdose of drugs like Benadryl is rare, it can be serious. You should never give a child a medication like Benadryl to make them sleepy. If your child has difficulty sleeping, talk to your pediatrician. They might want to refer your child to a specialist for diagnostic testing and treatment.

Why is Benadryl not recommended for babies?

According to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) , cough and cold products containing decongestants or antihistamines, such as diphenhydramine, can cause severe and potentially fatal side effects in children under 2 years old, including convulsions and a rapid heart rate.

What can I give my 10 month old for allergies?

Allergy Help for Infants Oral antihistamines like Claritin (loratadine), Zyrtec (cetirizine), and Allegra (fexofenadine) are available OTC in kid-friendly formulations. These meds help with sneezing, itching, eye irritation, and runny nose.

What Can I Give My 8 month old for a cold?

Lifestyle and home remedies

• Offer plenty of fluids. Liquids are important to avoid dehydration.
• Suction your baby’s nose. Keep your baby’s nasal passages clear with a rubber-bulb syringe.
• Try nasal saline drops.
• Moisten the air.

Can my baby overdose on Benadryl?

Can I give my 3 month old Benadryl?

How much benadryl do I give my baby?

Dosage chart