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Will Cough Syrup Help Cure Cold Throat, Runny Nose And Slight Chest Pain?

hi I had a lot of things going on with my heath first I had strep throat took anti meds for that then found out that I had a really bad kidney infections took anti meds for that now I have a sore throat and runny nose and a slight chest pain my cough is not wet but very dry can you please help should I just take some cough syrup?
Sat, 21 Dec 2013
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Hello dear,

The symptoms as mentioned in your post suggest that you might be having Allergic rhinitis.

Management includes:
1. Gargle with warm salt water to relieve throat pain.
2. Anti tussive preparation for relief from cough.
3. Antihistamine preparations like Allegra can be taken for symptomatic relief.
4. Montelukast preparations, which is used as a maintenance therapy.
5. Maintain adequate hydration & take a healthy balance diet.
6. Also make sure that you are well protected from cold, dust & other allergens.

If symptoms still persist...it will be better to consult an ENT specialist.
Wish you a speedy recovery.
Take care.
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Will Cough Syrup Help Cure Cold Throat, Runny Nose And Slight Chest Pain?

Hello dear, The symptoms as mentioned in your post suggest that you might be having Allergic rhinitis. Management includes: 1. Gargle with warm salt water to relieve throat pain. 2. Anti tussive preparation for relief from cough. 3. Antihistamine preparations like Allegra can be taken for symptomatic relief. 4. Montelukast preparations, which is used as a maintenance therapy. 5. Maintain adequate hydration & take a healthy balance diet. 6. Also make sure that you are well protected from cold, dust & other allergens. If symptoms still persist...it will be better to consult an ENT specialist. Wish you a speedy recovery. Take care.