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Suggest Treatment For Cough And Congestion In An Infant
Question: My 4 month old is having a cough, congestion from last 4 days...when he coughs he coughs cintinuosly for 4 to 5 times and his breathing speed is also fast due to infection.
paediatrician suggested Augmentin duo - co amaxiclav for 5 days , 2 times a day. 2 ml each time .its been 2 days and he still looks the same with same cogh....
should we change
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paediatrician suggested Augmentin duo - co amaxiclav for 5 days , 2 times a day. 2 ml each time .its been 2 days and he still looks the same with same cogh....
should we change
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Brief Answer:
Do not worry
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I understand your concerns but don't worry. The most likely reason for such bouts of cough and fast breathing in infancy is bronchospasms and nasal blockage. You may continue with Augmentin duo as suggested. Start nasoclear drops to relieve nasal congestion and antihistamine such as Maxtra drops for congestion.
If breathing continue to be fast even after a day then start Syp. Levolin or levolin nebulization after proper clinical chest examination by your pediatrician. Most such episodes take 2-3 weeks for complete recovery.
Hopefully it will be of help.
Take care
Do not worry
Detailed Answer:
Hi
I understand your concerns but don't worry. The most likely reason for such bouts of cough and fast breathing in infancy is bronchospasms and nasal blockage. You may continue with Augmentin duo as suggested. Start nasoclear drops to relieve nasal congestion and antihistamine such as Maxtra drops for congestion.
If breathing continue to be fast even after a day then start Syp. Levolin or levolin nebulization after proper clinical chest examination by your pediatrician. Most such episodes take 2-3 weeks for complete recovery.
Hopefully it will be of help.
Take care
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