Homeopathic Cold Medicine for Children

Homeopathic Cold Medicine for Children

The purpose of this study is to determine if a commercially available homeopathic cold remedy for children is effective in providing relief from cold symptoms in children 2-5 years old. It is postulated that children will have relief of symptoms after receiving a dose of the cold remedy

Inclusion Criteria:

• Children 24-59 months old
• Cold/cough symptoms of <7 days duration
• Diagnosed with upper respiratory tract infection by physician or nurse practitioner
• Parent who speaks and reads English

Exclusion Criteria:

• Use of chronic medication other than multivitamins
• History of asthma
• Medication other than acetaminophen or ibuprofen
• Use of homeopathic remedy within preceding 30 days
• Only 1 participant per family