this medication is used for the temporary relief of runny/stuffy nose and other symptoms (e. g. ear congestion watery/itchy eyes itchy throat) that may be caused by allergies hay fever the common cold sinus inflammation (sinusitis) and other breathing illnesses. decongestants help to relieve stuffy nose and ear congestion symptoms. antihistamines relieve watery eyes itchy eyes/nose/throat runny nose and sneezing. cough-and-cold products have not been shown to be safe or effective in children younger than 6 years. therefore do not use this product to treat cold symptoms in children younger than 6 years unless specifically directed by the doctor. some products (such as long-acting tablets/capsules) are not recommended for use in children younger than 12 years. ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details about using your product safely. these products do not cure or shorten the length of the common cold and may cause serious side effects. to decrease the risk for serious side effects carefully follow all dosage directions. do not use this product to make a child sleepy. do not give other cough-and-cold medication that might contain the same or similar ingredients. ask the doctor or pharmacist about other ways to relieve cough and cold symptoms (such as drinking enough fluids using a humidifier or saline nose drops/spray).
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