Hyderabad doctor warns about OTC allergy drops for infants

A doctor in Hyderabad is warning parents about the dangers of giving allergy drops to babies.

These drops, which are meant to treat allergies, are sometimes sold without a prescription, even though they should only be given with a doctor's approval.

The drops usually come with a dropper that gives an adult dose, which is too much for a baby.

This can make babies very sleepy and have trouble breathing.

The doctor says that these medicines should not be given to babies under six months and that parents should not give them without a doctor's advice.

Instead, parents can use saline drops for a blocked nose.

The doctor is asking for stricter rules to make sure these medicines are only sold with a prescription and for better packaging to prevent overdosing.