Drugs for toddlers on long haul flights

[Shenzhennifer]

I heard of mothers giving their kids Gravol for Kids, but apparently the drug information states that one possible side effect is `excitement, especially in children`. I wouldn`t want to risk that potential nightmare. I know taking drugs like Benedryl for myself causes an adverse reaction and I cannot sleep at all.
What happened to the `good ol days` when parents would give their kids a nip of brandy?

 

[Bumps]

I really appreciate the responses on this thread - ta!

 

[carang]

i forgot to add, not only do i take pjs but i ALWAYS take the kids' blankets and pillows. i take an aisle and helper/hubby takes the other aisle. the kids spread out in the middle two seats with pillows on our laps and sleep....

but i guess i was lucky?

 

[pooch]

yes carang lucky )

from what i can gather that works for most kids but despite all the comforts from his bed (sleeping bag the works!) my son just can't sleep like that. give him a flat bed in first class and i'm sure he would be fine!

 

[carang]

hmmmm... i'd rather give ME a flat bed in business/first class! LOL! i wouldn't even mind a kid sleeping on top of me!

 

[LeahH]

Our daughter sounds just like yours Sazzy. No sleeping, no matter how tired.

We've tried Medised (over the counter in the UK) but it is pretty mild.

Phenergan is what our Ped prescribed and contains a mild antihistamine. It didn't work (had the opposite effect, nice...) so he then gave us Actifed Linctus which is the strongest they can give you.

 

[Sazzy]

Its just hard travelling on your own - if the baby doesnt sleep - nor do you!!! My f**** DH is flying business whilst we are in economy!! The cheek!!!!! But dont worry I intend to wake him once Ive had enough or even swap - he doesnt know this plan yet.

 

[carang]

wow! that would have caused a SERIOUS fight at our house! afterall... it took 2 people to make the baby, least hubby can do is help take care of it!