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What Causes Persistent Cough And Headache Despite Taking Claritin?

I have been having a bad cough starting this Monday and weakness of the body with cold fever and a headache. I got rid of the weakness of my body by drinking emergency c and have been taking Robutissin (don t know how to spell) for my dry cough three times by now. I also took Claritin to help my allergies due to the fact that I have had itchy, watery eyes for the last three weeks. Tonight I am still coughing. I hope my cough goes away slowly tomorrow because it hurts my head when I cough. What else do I do?
Wed, 6 Sep 2017
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Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
By your history and description, possibility of viral upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) related coughing is more likely.
You are taking correct medications (Claritin and robitussin syrup).
Continue same drugs for 2-3 days more. You will surely improve.
Along with these drugs, do steam inhalation and warm water gargles 5-6 times a day. Drink plenty of fluids orally and keep yourself hydrated.
You can take paracetamol for headache.
Don't worry, you will be alright in 2-3 days.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.
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What Causes Persistent Cough And Headache Despite Taking Claritin?

Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. By your history and description, possibility of viral upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) related coughing is more likely. You are taking correct medications (Claritin and robitussin syrup). Continue same drugs for 2-3 days more. You will surely improve. Along with these drugs, do steam inhalation and warm water gargles 5-6 times a day. Drink plenty of fluids orally and keep yourself hydrated. You can take paracetamol for headache. Don t worry, you will be alright in 2-3 days. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.