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    Nov 17, 2013, 11:32 PM
    Too much cough medicine?
    I gave my son 4 Tbs instead of 2, it was Children's Triacting night time cold and cough medicine.
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    Nov 17, 2013, 11:33 PM
    He is 6.
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    Nov 18, 2013, 01:53 AM
    Call your poison control or emergency room for immediate advice. They will discuss your Child's medical history and tell you what to do
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    Nov 18, 2013, 07:11 AM
    Call 1-800-222-1222 right away. It's the Poison Control number. Have the medicine package with you to answer any questions. The younger the child, the more important that you call right away.
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