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When your child is sick or struggling, it’s natural to trust the pediatrician’s advice without hesitation. But not all medications are as safe or necessary as they seem, especially for young, developing bodies. Some kids’ meds come with serious side effects, long-term risks, or questionable benefits, and parents often don’t know they have the right to ask more questions. Just because a drug is FDA-approved or commonly prescribed doesn’t mean it’s always the best option for your child. Here are five medications worth a second look—because informed parents make safer choices.
