nonprescription cough and cold products should not be used in young children. these products are not effective and have the potential for severe side effects. the best choices to treat a runny nose or congestion in a baby are (1) nasal saline drops (2) a nasal bulb syringe to remove mucus and congestion and/or (3) placing a cool mist humidifier in the child’s room.
what can i give my 1-year-old daughter for runny nose cough and cold?