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What Causes Chest Congestion, Bad Cough Even After Using Zicam?

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Posted on Wed, 25 Dec 2013
Question: Chest congestion, bad cough. No fever or nose congestion. had for 4 days. using Zicam cough suppressant & cold tablets.
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Answered by Dr. Abhishek Sharma (35 minutes later)
Brief Answer: Consult a physician Detailed Answer: Hello, Zicam is homeopathic medicine i suppose? You should consult a Chest physician . You need to take antibiotics for chest infection , i prescribe Levofloxacin 750mg once daily for five days to my patients you must consult your doctor before taking. In addition you require--- Steam inhalations Mucolytic medicines Decongestants Simply taking cough syrups will not help as there is congestion in chest. If you smoke do quit smoking In doubt do reply
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Follow up: Dr. Abhishek Sharma (6 hours later)
Just wanted to say thank you. I'll make an apt with my doctor on Thursday (closed Wed) Again - Thanks XXXXXXX
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Answered by Dr. Abhishek Sharma (17 hours later)
Brief Answer: Always welcome to healthcare magic Detailed Answer: Always welcome to healthcare magic
Note: Consult an experienced Otolaryngologist / ENT Specialist online for further follow up on ear, nose, and throat issues - Book a Call now.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Yogesh D
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What Causes Chest Congestion, Bad Cough Even After Using Zicam?

Brief Answer: Consult a physician Detailed Answer: Hello, Zicam is homeopathic medicine i suppose? You should consult a Chest physician . You need to take antibiotics for chest infection , i prescribe Levofloxacin 750mg once daily for five days to my patients you must consult your doctor before taking. In addition you require--- Steam inhalations Mucolytic medicines Decongestants Simply taking cough syrups will not help as there is congestion in chest. If you smoke do quit smoking In doubt do reply