Our family dinnertime rule could be "eat your food and drink your Benadryl." Our children have many food allergies and seem to be developing new ones every month. How much Children's Benadryl do you give a 2, 3, 4, or 5 year old? Our allergist said to give them each one teaspoon (or one chewable tablet) for an allergic reaction but if the reaction is severe we are to give them two teaspoons.
With our two year old (if the reaction is pretty mild) we usually only give 1/2 teaspoon or 1/2 tablet. The chewable tablets are great for easy transport and the quick dissolve strips are even better for an easy fit in my husband's wallet. The downside is they can be very difficult to break into when you're in a hurry.
I just discovered that the Children's Benadryl Fastmelts contain soy and milk! Some dairy and soy allergic children have gotten worse rather than better taking the Fastmelts.
It's also true that Benadryl can knock some children out and make others hyper. My oldest daughter will fall asleep wherever she is when she has some and the older boys don't even slow down.
Have you thought about getting a pill spliter? The cost is very reasonable (About $2.00) and they come in very handy when you have to split medicine in a hurry. I have used this often with my 2 kids, as one has lots of allergies and the other has asthma.
My faith teaches me that the calling of Christian homemaker, wife, or mother is just as holy as one to "full-time ministry."
I am a mom of seven children ages eight and under seeking and sharing helpful tidbits learned during this season of life. May we glorify and enjoy Him each day!
:o),
Moms4Psalms
Friday, October 5, 2007 - Untitled Comment