Children's healthGeneral wellnessMedications

What is the correct way to give a child medication?

Jan, 20131:30 watch
LearnEmergency urgent careWhat is the correct way to give a child medication?

What is the correct way to give a child medication?

00:00
-00:00

Over-the-counter and prescription medication can help kids feel better when they're sick. But parents need to play it safe. Pediatrician Tanya Remer Altmann, MD, shares 7 tips to avoid medication errors.

Up next

What is the correct way to give a child medication?
1:30 - NOW PLAYING

What is the correct way to give a child medication?

Jan 31, 2013

Is cold and cough medicine safe for toddlers?
1:30

Is cold and cough medicine safe for toddlers?

Jan 31, 2013

How to bring down a high fever
1:38

How to bring down a high fever

Nov 6, 2013

How to manage your child's asthma
1:18

How to manage your child's asthma

Jan 31, 2013

Tips for time-outs that work
1:42

Tips for time-outs that work

Nov 6, 2013

How to handle a picky eater
1:30

How to handle a picky eater

Jan 31, 2013

When is it smart to serve fruit juice to a child?
1:30

When is it smart to serve fruit juice to a child?

Jan 31, 2013

How to treat head lice
1:30

How to treat head lice

Jan 31, 2013

Tips to manage your child's eczema
1:30

Tips to manage your child's eczema

Nov 6, 2013

5 ways to stop kids' temper tantrums
1:09

5 ways to stop kids' temper tantrums

May 5, 2022

Car safety tips for kids
1:44

Car safety tips for kids

Nov 6, 2013

Recommended for you

Pain and fever reducers: which is right for your child?
Article
Top reasons to track your fitness
Article
Top 9 ways to be an even better parent
Article
The truth about water pills and weight loss
Article
How to keep your personal health record
Article
AskMDHow can I be more consistent?
AskMd LogoAskMd Logo
Privacy policyConsumer health data privacyTerms of use
Cookie policyYour privacy choices

© 2026 Sharecare, Inc.