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Question: Hi
My 17 Months Old Daughter is suffering from running nose and cough
We are giving her cetirizine hydrochloride syrup (i.e Cetrine)
ambrodil for cough
Even though we started using from last night....her cold is still not contained
Is the above medication good? or do we need to use anything else?
My 17 Months Old Daughter is suffering from running nose and cough
We are giving her cetirizine hydrochloride syrup (i.e Cetrine)
ambrodil for cough
Even though we started using from last night....her cold is still not contained
Is the above medication good? or do we need to use anything else?
Brief Answer:
Yes it is good
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
17 month old baby getting running nose and cough is usually viral.
Viral infection may last for even 4 to 5 days before settling on own.
Cetrizine is antihistamine and ambrodil is expectorant.
Both can be given safely to control the symptoms and help in bringing out the secretions.
Don't worry, continue them.
If not improving in another 48 hours or if child becomes sick and dull, you need to consult your doctor to look for evidence of throat or ear infection or lung congestion.
If your baby is active and playing, you can continue the same medicines and she will settle soon.
Wishing her speedy recovery
Regards
DR XXXXXXX
Yes it is good
Detailed Answer:
Hi
Thanks for writing to us.
17 month old baby getting running nose and cough is usually viral.
Viral infection may last for even 4 to 5 days before settling on own.
Cetrizine is antihistamine and ambrodil is expectorant.
Both can be given safely to control the symptoms and help in bringing out the secretions.
Don't worry, continue them.
If not improving in another 48 hours or if child becomes sick and dull, you need to consult your doctor to look for evidence of throat or ear infection or lung congestion.
If your baby is active and playing, you can continue the same medicines and she will settle soon.
Wishing her speedy recovery
Regards
DR XXXXXXX
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