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    Nyquil

    Is NyQuil safe to use? I'm breastfeeding an 11-month old who typically nurses once per night, and four times during the day. Thank you.
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    Kate209,

    Nyquil contains tylenol, dextromethorphan and doxylamine. The tylenol and dextromethorphan are probably ok to use, the doxylamine is very sedating. This is the active ingredient in Unisom. It has a long half life of 10.1 hours. It is not recommended in young neonates or infants subject to apnea. Since your infant is older it is probably ok to use for 2-3 days, but long term use is not advised. Monitor your infant for sedation or irritability, poor feedings, and slowed breathing rate.


    Sandra Lovato R.N.
    InfantRisk Center
    806-352-2519

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