Any medication, including herbs, can cause an allergic reaction. An allergic reaction can happen with the first exposure, or after your child has taken the medication several times. Symptoms of an allergic reaction can include rash, swelling, itching, and/or difficulty breathing. If you think your child is having an allergic reaction, call your physician. If your child experiences difficulty, take him to the emergency room of the nearest hospital.

Always read package directions carefully to be sure you are giving the preparation properly and in the correct dose. Note that with herbal medicines, side effects are more likely to occur in the case of overdose. When given in recommended doses, toxicity is unlikely.

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