Whenever your toddler needs medication you need to be careful that you only give the precise dose as recommended by your doctor. While adults and older children might be able to get away with doses that are 'close enough' this is very risky for a toddler.

With a toddler being so much smaller you need to be aware that only a small variance in the dose can have a dramatic effect on the results. Even little changes in your toddler's weight will have a big affect on the amount of medication your medical professional will prescribe.

It's important to use the measuring device that came with the medication in order to administer the correct dosage. If one isn't supplied make sure that you buy an accurate dosage measure that you can rely on.

Don't use a regular teaspoon to measure out your dosage, since they are not standardized in size. This can greatly increase the risk of administering more medication than is necessary or safe for your toddler. Even worse, you might be administering a dosage that will cause more harm than good to your toddler.

As well, don't make a decision by yourself regarding the proper medication dosage for your toddler. You might be putting your toddler's health at risk and not even know it. Always consult your medical practitioner first.

Use caution if you're considering using natural remedies; herbs can be just as potent as drugs. Even though they are natural, they might not be completely safe for your toddler. Natural remedies will affect your toddler much differently than they would a grownup, and might even cause severe health problems.

Unfortunately there are far too many people who don't have the necessary knowledge to give you the best advice when selling these 'natural' products. All too often, they are unknowingly risking the health of the individual who uses the product. Remember, it's important to consult with a medical professional before trying out natural remedies on your toddler.