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    “Is Honey Better for Your Child’s Cough Due to the Common Cold than Dextromethorphan (e.g. - Robitussin)?”
    (2009-08-20) Ragusa, Peter
    Honey is generally believed to be safe outside of the infant population (it may cause botulism, a potentially fatal disease, in infants under one). Honey is also known to have antibacterial properties and is cited by the World Health Organization as a potential treatment for upper respiratory infections. In a recent study comparing honey, dextromethorphan, and no treatment, parents of children with colds rated honey the highest for relief of their child’s cough and sleep problems. As a result, the authors concluded, honey is likely a better treatment for the cough and sleep difficulty associated with childhood upper respiratory tract infections. Suggested dosing is: 2-5 years - 1/2 teaspoon, children 6-11 years - 1 teaspoon, and children 12-18 years - 2 teaspoons every 6-8 hours as needed.4 Use caution when administering honey to a child with a personal or family history of allergies as allergic reactions are known to occur with honey.
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    My child is coughing and can’t sleep – can honey help?
    (2009-05-01) Diller, Christina
    Coughing associated with the common cold usually goes away on its own after several days and does not need to be treated. However, if your child is unable to sleep because of their cough, honey is a safe option that may decrease how often they are coughing. Honey should only be used in children over 1 year of age.