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How Can Cold And Cough In A Toddler Be Treated?

Hi , my 3.5 yr old son is suffering from cold n cough since 15 to 20 days my dr. has prescribed ashtalin syrup thrice a day , toff DC suppressant thrice a day and monticope one at night for a month for his itching and sensitive skin prob. Is this ok to give him these medications.pls help.
Tue, 5 Dec 2017
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Cold and cough in a toddler since 15-20 days are pointing towards poor immunity of body and severe respiratory tract infection. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to consult pediatrician once without any delay.Doctor may order blood test , throat swab test and should get an x ray of the chest for further treatment. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics (amoxicillin or penicillin) at least for 10 days along with decongestants and mucolytic agents. Steam inhalation is very effective for you. For now do warm saline rinses and take rest. Take expectorants. Sodium cromoglycate is effective to prevent infection. You should avoid hot, sharp and spicy foods. .

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Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How Can Cold And Cough In A Toddler Be Treated?

Cold and cough in a toddler since 15-20 days are pointing towards poor immunity of body and severe respiratory tract infection. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to consult pediatrician once without any delay.Doctor may order blood test , throat swab test and should get an x ray of the chest for further treatment. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics (amoxicillin or penicillin) at least for 10 days along with decongestants and mucolytic agents. Steam inhalation is very effective for you. For now do warm saline rinses and take rest. Take expectorants. Sodium cromoglycate is effective to prevent infection. You should avoid hot, sharp and spicy foods. . Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari