Which drug carries a black box warning advising that its use in children younger than age 2 years has the potential for severe or fatal respiratory depression?

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The drug with the black box warning for potential severe or fatal respiratory depression in children younger than age 2 years is promethazine (Phenergan). This warning is due to the risk of high doses causing respiratory depression and potentially leading to death in this age group. A and B are topical medications used for eczema and do not carry this warning, while D is an oral diabetes medication and is not relevant to respiratory depression in children.

Which Drug Carries a Black Box Warning Advising That Its