A frequent solution is over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, which are heavily advertised to treat many maladies, including colds. A stroll down your local pharmacy will highlight the numerous OTC drug products available for adults and children. However, for children younger than 12 years of age, it is best not to use commonly advertised OTC cough and cold drugs. In 2008, the FDA recommended that OTC cough and cold products not be given to children younger than two years old. The FDA agreed, and this remains the current status of pediatric age labeling for OTC cough and cold products.

Source: Standard Digital September 20, 2020 21:00 UTC