Question:
My ex sister in-law is being maniacal about giving her kids medication, and honestly I think they are being way overmedicated. I never see them wheezing, they run around outside, run track, bike, skate, etc and never complain. When my brother has them, he doesn't give them meds and they are fine (actually better, not drowsy, more energetic, play more outside). Now she is threatening to sue him if he doesn't give them the meds. He is seeking a second opinion from another Dr, but she is against that for some odd reason.

For example this is what they are taking: Does this seem like alot???

Boy, age 12

8 A.M. meds - Advair inhaler, 1.5 tsp. albuterol, breathing treatment

3 P.M. meds - 1.5 tsp. albuterol, breathing treatment

9 P.M. meds - 1.5 tsp. albuterol, breathing treatment, claritin, nose spray, Advair inhaler



Girl, age 10

8 A.M. meds - Flovent inhaler (3 puffs), 1.5 tsp. albuterol, breathing treatment

3 P.M. meds - 1.5 tsp. albuterol, breathing treatment

9 P.M. meds - 1.5 tsp. albuterol, breathing treatment, claritin, nose spray, Flovent inhaler (3 puffs)





Girl, age 7

8 A.M. meds - Flovent inhaler (3 puffs), 1 tsp. albuterol, breathing treatment, EYE DROPS

3 P.M. meds - 1 tsp. albuterol, breathing treatment, EYE DROPS

9 P.M. meds - 1 tsp. albuterol, breathing treatment, claritin, nose spray, Flovent inhaler (3 puffs), EYE DROPS

Answer:
Definitely get a second opinion. Our little one has been one Prevacid, Zyrtec, and baby zantac off and on for the better part of 5 or 6 months. We are getting appointments at an ear, nose, and throat specialist (or ENT), and also a few other areas looked at as some of the problems relate to allergies.

can be a pretty intense as far as side effects. My personal opinion is that children should be thoroughly examined and followed while they are on medication treatments as they can be mis-diagnosed or given medication that could cause other issues later on.
HealthDigest.org Moderator
Answer:
Hey Guest, how are you doing?

If these medications are used for treating respiratory problems due to asthma and chronic bronchitis, and

Answer:
Definitely get a second opinion. Our little one has been one Prevacid, Zyrtec, and baby zantac off and on for the better part of 5 or 6 months. We are getting appointments at an ear, nose, and throat specialist (or ENT), and also a few other areas looked at as some of the problems relate to allergies.

can be a pretty intense as far as side effects. My personal opinion is that children should be thoroughly examined and followed while they are on medication treatments as they can be mis-diagnosed or given medication that could cause other issues later on.
HealthDigest.org Moderator
Answer:
Hey Guest, how are you doing?

If these medications are used for treating respiratory problems due to asthma and chronic bronchitis, and
your ex sister in-law is not using more than the recommended dose, use double or extra doses, it is reccommended inhalers be used regularly as prescribed to help control your symptoms and that your check with your health care professional before stopping or starting any of your medicines. If the children miss a dose, it is recommended that you use it as soon as you remember.

Nevertheless, your local posion control can help you with medication errors and medication misuse. You may find your local posion control center by visiting your local telephone directory or by calling 1-800-222-1222.