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Suggest Treatment For Dry Cough Despite Taking Azithromycin?

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Posted on Tue, 7 Feb 2017
Question: A couple of days ago I developed a dry cough that had a real hard cough. No fever. Nothihg was produced. Walgreen cough drops seem to help some.
I have some azithromycin that was orescrubed by my dermatoltikigust, I've had a flu shot and several others as well.
Any suggestions?
XXXXXXX
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Answered by Dr. Albana Sejdini (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Common cold...

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX

I am sorry for the health situation you are going through.

Having developing dry cough with no fever a couple of days ago is suggestive of possible:
- allergy especially if you visited places with fumes or other air allergens or if you started a new food/drink or drug
- common cold ( viral Infection)

I advise to:
- increase fluids intake
- gargle with warm water and salt
- take a teaspoon of olive oil and honey in the morning
- continue taking OTC cold compresses

I'm sure you will be better, but it will need a few more days. If it will persist can take azythromycine you already have.

Wish fast recovery.
Dr.Albana
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Suggest Treatment For Dry Cough Despite Taking Azithromycin?

Brief Answer: Common cold... Detailed Answer: Hi XXXXXXX I am sorry for the health situation you are going through. Having developing dry cough with no fever a couple of days ago is suggestive of possible: - allergy especially if you visited places with fumes or other air allergens or if you started a new food/drink or drug - common cold ( viral Infection) I advise to: - increase fluids intake - gargle with warm water and salt - take a teaspoon of olive oil and honey in the morning - continue taking OTC cold compresses I'm sure you will be better, but it will need a few more days. If it will persist can take azythromycine you already have. Wish fast recovery. Dr.Albana