Can a few months old baby take Tylenol with Zarbee’s cough syrup?
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Dr Drielli Vital-Fujii (PhD)
Author bio
Dr Drielli Vital-Fujii, PhD, is a Pharmacist with expertise in Drug Design and Development, Enzymes, Molecular Modelling, and Photodynamic Therapy. She writes and reviews content on these topics.
Dr Drielli Vital-Fujii’s Highlights:
- Postdoctoral fellow at the Department of Biochemistry at the University of São Paulo, emphasizing therapy of neglected diseases using light.
- PhD in Pharmaceutical Sciences focusing on drug design and development at the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences of the University of São Paulo.
- Six months as an international researcher at the Center for Discovery and Innovation in Parasitic Diseases (University of California San Diego)
- Master’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences focusing on drug design and development at the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences of the University of São Paulo.
- Bachelor of Pharmacy at the University of Mogi das Cruzes – São Paulo / Brazil
Professional Experience:
2012 – 2018 Project manager at University of São Paulo – Pharmacy Department
Dr Drielli Vital-Fujii has worked with computational studies, synthesis, biological evaluation, design, and development of new inhibitor candidates for Chagas Disease and Leishmaniasis.
2017 – 2017 International research fellow at University of California San Diego Skaggs School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences – Center for Discovery and Innovation in Parasitic Diseases.
She used Virtual Screening (VS) and High-Throughput Screening (HTS) Integration in the Discovery of new drugs against neglected tropical diseases (NTDs).
2018 – 2019 Faculdades Oswaldo Cruz
Dr Drielli Vital-Fujii was a professor in the Faculty of Pharmacy, teaching the subjects of Pharmaceutical Chemistry and Drug Development.
2019 – 2021 Researcher in Biochemistry University of São Paulo – Biochemistry Department
She applied Photodynamic Therapy in Leishmaniasis Treatment, mentored undergraduate students in scientific activities, and wrote, executed, translated, and reported scientific projects with funding agencies.
2023-2023 UniPiaget – University Center.
Dr Drielli Vital-Fujii was a Biology, Nutrition, Physiotherapy, and Pharmacy professor.
Education:
2018 -2021 Postdoctoral at the Department of Biochemistry at the University of São Paulo
2013 -2018 PhD of Science: Drugs and Medicines at Department of Pharmacy at University of São Paulo
2012 -2013 M.Sc. of Sciences: Drugs and Medicines at the Department of Pharmacy at the University of São Paulo
2005-2008 Bachelor of Pharmacy at the University of Mogi das Cruzes
The leading publications of Dr Drielli Vital-Fujii are:
Vital-Fujii, D.G, Baptista, M.S. (2021). Progress in the photodynamic therapy treatment of Leishmaniasis. Brazilian Journal of Medical and Biological Research, 54, 1-11.
Gatti, F. M., Gomes, R.A., da Fonseca, A.L., Lima, E.J.C., Vital-Fujii, D.G., Taranto, A.G., Varotti, F.P., Trossini, G.H.G. (2020). Antiplasmodial activity of sulfonylhydrazones: in vitro and in silico approaches. Future medicinal chemistry, 13, 233-250.
Silva, E.J., Bezerra-Souza, A., Passero, L.F., Laurenti, M.D., Ferreira, G.M., Fujii, D.G.V., et al. (2018). Synthesis, leishmanicidal activity, structural descriptors and structure-activity relationship of quinoline derivatives. Future medicinal chemistry, 10, 2069-2085.
Leite, F.H.A., Froes, T.Q., da Silva, S.G., de Souza, E.I.M., Vital-Fuji,i D.G., Trossini, G.H.G., et al. (2017). An integrated approach towards the discovery of novel non-nucleoside Leishmania major pteridine reductase 1 inhibitors. European Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, 132, 322-332.
Vital, D.G., Damasceno, F.S., Rapado, L.N., Silber, A.M., Vilella, F.S., Ferreira, R.S., et al. (2017). Application of bioisosterism in design of the semicarbazone derivatives as cruzain inhibitors: a theoretical and experimental study. Journal of Biomolecular Structure and Dynamics, 35, 1244–1259.
Mello, J. F.R., Gomes, R.A., Vital-Fujii, D.G., Ferreira, G.M., Trossini, G.H.G. (2017). Fragment-based drug discovery as alternative strategy to the drug development for neglected diseases. Chemical Biology & Drug Design, 90, 1067-1078.
Pantaleao, S.Q., Fujii, D.G.V., Maltarollo, V.G., da C. Silva, D., Trossini, G.H.G., Weber, K.C., et al. (2017). The Role of QSAR and Virtual Screening Studies in Type 2 Diabetes Drug Discovery. Medicinal Chemistry, 13, 706-720.
Vital, D., Arribas, M., Trossini, G. (2014). Molecular Modeling and Docking Application to Evaluate Cruzain Inhibitory Activity by Chalcones and Hydrazides. Letters in Drug Design and Discovery, 11, 249-255.
Blau, L., Menegon, R.F., Trossini, G.H.G., Molino, J.V.D., Vital, D.G., Cicarelli, R.M.B., et al. (2013). Design, synthesis and biological evaluation of new aryl thiosemicarbazone as antichagasic candidates. European Journal of Medicinal Chemistry, 67, 142-151.
You can view some of Dr Drielli’s work below and links to her professional profile.
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Can a few months old baby take Tylenol with Zarbee’s cough syrup?
It’s difficult to tell whether or not it’s safe to take Tylenol with Zarbee’s cough syrup. Tylenol is approved to be used in infants or babies a few months old. It is considered the safest painkiller and it kills the fever (1).
Zarbee’s cough syrup, on the other hand, is a herbal cough syrup (2). It doesn’t really contain any typical pharmaceutical ingredient and it uses natural products to help relieve cough in children (2).
There isn’t much to say about safety and overdosing on herbal meds as there hasn’t been enough research on them. As far as taking these two together is concerned, Tylenol and Zarbee’s cough syrup don’t really interact with each other and they don’t contain the same ingredients.
So, in short, you can use the two, but it would be great to have a 4-6 hour time gap between the two. However, it is not recommended to give honey to babies younger than 1 year of age (3).
How to ensure the proper use of Tylenol and Zarbee’s cough syrup in babies?
Ensuring the proper use of Tylenol with Zarbee’s cough syrup for a few months-old babies is essential to keep them safe and healthy. Here are some simple tips:
- Consult a paediatrician: Before giving any medication to your baby, always consult their paediatrician. They know your baby’s health history and can advise on the right dosage and whether it’s suitable for them.
- Follow dosage instructions: If the paediatrician approves the use of Tylenol and Zarbee’s cough syrup, carefully follow the dosage instructions provided on the labels or by the doctor. Never give more than the recommended amount.
- Use the right tools: Use a syringe or dropper that comes with the medication to measure the correct dose. Avoid using household spoons, as they may not provide accurate measurements.
- Check for allergies: Ensure that your baby is not allergic to any of the ingredients in the medications. If you notice any allergic reactions, stop using the medicines and contact the doctor immediately.
- Avoid overlapping ingredients: Be cautious of other medications your baby might be taking, such as cold or flu remedies, to avoid overdosing on certain ingredients.
- Give with care: Administer the medications gently and make sure your baby swallows them properly. It’s essential to keep a watchful eye during administration.
- Keep track of time: Be aware of when you give each medication and stick to the proper intervals between doses.
- Store safely: Store both Tylenol and Zarbee’s cough syrup out of your baby’s reach, in a cool, dry place as per their specific storage instructions.
Final words
To sum up, Tylenol and Zarbee’s cough syrup can be given to babies. However, it’s recommended to always ask their doctors first, as babies are more susceptible to drug-induced side effects, as compared to adults.
Zarbee’s cough syrup is generally used with OTC painkillers like Tylenol, Advil or Motrin, but these medications are not suitable for every baby. This is why you should never give any medication to your child before consulting their doctor first.
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References
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Goldman RD. Acetaminophen in children: an old drug with new warnings. Can Fam Physician. 2013 Oct;59(10):1065-6, e449-50. PMID: 24130280; PMCID: PMC3796971. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3796971/
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Zarbee’s cough syrup – The main information page. https://www.zarbees.com/products/?default=4bce4773-3507-4e97-b060-e2f2f07a5dbd~Baby~Select+Ages
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Wikström S, Holst E. Spädbarnsbotulism – skäl att inte ge honung till barn under ett år [Infant botulism – why honey should be avoided for children up to one year]. Lakartidningen. 2017 Jul 24;114:ELMF. Swedish. PMID: 28742188. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28742188/
