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Suggest Treatment For Cough Other Than Usual Cough Suppressants
Question: Is there anything other than the usual cough supressants to calm this cough that I have?
Brief Answer:
Alternative measures
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Is this a wet cough or dry one that bothers you? WHy do you take steroids and antibiotics?
There are number of medicines that help to reduce the cough. I guess you are taking a routine usual one with Dextromethorphan. IF this does not help. Codeine preparations would definitely help. THey are prescription medicines your doctor should prescribe you one.
Other than that you should suck upon a Tsp of honey which is natural cough suppressant. You should put two pillows or life the head end of cot while you sleep that elevates the head and reduces the acid reflux from stomach to food pipe at night. You can also opt for antacids at night. They may help you as well.
So do not worry there are number of medications to alleviate your night cough.
Alternative measures
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Is this a wet cough or dry one that bothers you? WHy do you take steroids and antibiotics?
There are number of medicines that help to reduce the cough. I guess you are taking a routine usual one with Dextromethorphan. IF this does not help. Codeine preparations would definitely help. THey are prescription medicines your doctor should prescribe you one.
Other than that you should suck upon a Tsp of honey which is natural cough suppressant. You should put two pillows or life the head end of cot while you sleep that elevates the head and reduces the acid reflux from stomach to food pipe at night. You can also opt for antacids at night. They may help you as well.
So do not worry there are number of medications to alleviate your night cough.
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Dr. Pradeep Vitta
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