Cough Medicine...

When doing research for Mikayla's cold, I came across this information on cold medicine and kids. An FDA advisory committee has determined that there is no data that states using cough and cold medicine for kids (and adults) does nothing to help. It may also be harmful.

What's the concern about cough and cold medicines for kids? Over-the-counter cough and cold medicines won't cure a common cold or make it go away any sooner. In fact, cough and cold medicines haven't been proved effective for children. And there are serious risks to consider. For example, the sedating effects of antihistamines can be dangerous for kids already having trouble breathing. For young children, an accidental overdose of cough or cold medicine could be fatal. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) encourages parents to avoid cough and cold medicines for children younger than age 2.

(via The Mayo Clinic)

After watching the video below, I have to wonder how these companies can get away with promoting this shit to parents with the knowledge that their products DON'T work. They have data that PROVES that these medicines DO NOT reduce cough or congestion in children that have colds. But these companies can still sell this stuff stating that it does work. WHY?

Below is a video from The Children's Hospital in Boston.