- Female
- 28 Years
- 29/01/2025
I'm really worried about my 9-month-old baby. He's been having a severe cold and fever, and there's a lot of congestion in his nose and chest. I've been using a baby rub on his chest a couple of times a day, but his nose is still really stuffed up. He's also taking a syrup for the fever. Can you recommend a nasal spray that would help clear up his cold?
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
I'm sorry to hear your baby isn't feeling well. For nasal congestion, you can try a saline nasal spray like Little Remedies Saline Nasal Spray or Aqua Maris Baby Nasal Spray, which is safe for babies and helps relieve nasal blockage. If symptoms persist or worsen, please consult your pediatrician for further guidance.
Dr. Chandra Suggests...
Consult a Paediatrician
Answered 04/07/2025
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