The medication acts as a sedative for children aged six years and above.
against the use of the oral antihistamine promethazine hydrochloride in children under six years of age.
New scientific evidence about the risks associated with its use in younger children has since prompted health officials to restrict its use in this age group.The medication is sold under the brand name Phenergan by manufacturer Sanofi. Children under six years of age could experience side effects such as hyperactivity, aggression and hallucination.
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