for starters i took a look at the maalox max label and saw that it clearly states "keep out of reach of children" and for children under 12 "consult a physician. " we have to be very careful about trying to give adult medications to children especially when they are being treated for a condition with a prescription medication like ranitidine. next did you ask the pharmacist if they offer flavoring of medications? many pharmacies now offer this so they could try flavoring it to something that will make it taste better. did you also talk to your health care provider about it? it is really important that you always talk to your pharmacist and your health care providers when you have children not matter how big or small the issue.
my daughter was prescribed ranitidine for stomachaches. she doesn't like the taste. can i give her maalox max instead?