HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

Child Having Cold. Prescribed Medication. Usage Of Salbair Neb?

my baby is 9 months old..and he is having cold from past 2 weeks..we contacted a paediatrician.. 1..1week he gave PRATHAM 200 and tixylics..syrp..then he changed the medicine..in 2nd week..MONTICOPE suspension AND SALBAIR NEB i want to know..why doctor priscribed salbair neb..is it only for asthamatic patient or for normal congestion??
Mon, 26 Nov 2012
Report Abuse
Pediatrician 's  Response
Hi,

Thank you for your query.

You are right that both Monticope and Salbair nebulizer are anti-allergic medications. The doctor must have prescribed them if he has observed wheezing in the chest.

If your son has only running nose (cold) then continue with Tixylix three to four times a day along with steam inhalation which should take care of it. If wheezing is present then you need to take the nebulizer along with Monticope.

I hope I have answered your query to your satisfaction.

Wishing your son a speedy recovery.

Regards,

RKK
I find this answer helpful
Ayurveda Specialist Dr. Sagar Mhatre's  Response
Hello;
Though i don't doubt the diagnosis made by your doctor as he would be in a better position to assess the condition of your child than me,

Salbbair nebulisation- is Broncho dilator.

Indication of Nebulisation:
Some of doctor recommended in mild chest congestion.
1. Child is Breathlessness
2. In Asthama/ Bronchiolitis
3. Having wheezing, Crepitation


In this period most of child frequently suffer from cold, cough etc,(Upper Respiratory Tract Infection)
Most of times this is viral/ allergic and its self limiting. Some times congestion is due to viral infection also
I would advice:
1. Avoid exposure to cold (cold make ciliary activity sluggish and hence the organisms tracking
down the airways cannot be swept out, making a progression to lower respiratory infection)
2. Keep your child warm.
3. Stem inhalation with precaution.(Plain water do not add any decongestant like vicks etc)
4. Try to increase his immune system with proper and regular diet.
5. Maintain hygiene.
6. Don't give more medicine
7. If she is not recover within 5 to 6 days you can consult again to your doctor.
8. If necessary you can start antibiotic under pediatric supervision.



Thanks
I wish your baby recover soon.
Regards , Dr. Sagar Mhatre



I find this answer helpful

Note: For further queries related to your child health, Talk to a Pediatrician. Click here to Book a Consultation.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Recent questions on Bronchiolitis


Loading Online Doctors....
Child Having Cold. Prescribed Medication. Usage Of Salbair Neb?

Hi, Thank you for your query. You are right that both Monticope and Salbair nebulizer are anti-allergic medications. The doctor must have prescribed them if he has observed wheezing in the chest. If your son has only running nose (cold) then continue with Tixylix three to four times a day along with steam inhalation which should take care of it. If wheezing is present then you need to take the nebulizer along with Monticope. I hope I have answered your query to your satisfaction. Wishing your son a speedy recovery. Regards, RKK