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What Causes Persistent Cough?

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Posted on Thu, 3 Nov 2016
Question: Hi sir my dad got a very severe cough 3 days ago which made him to wake up whole night for 2 days and day before yesterday doctor suggested him asthakind syrup
How many days normally it will take for getting out the cough

He advised asthakind kind syrup and levosiz m tablet for 5 days how long will it take to get the cough out
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Answered by Dr. Drkaushal85 (12 hours later)
Brief Answer:
If it is simple viral infection then it will take 5-7 days.

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.
I can understand your concern.
If it is simple viral infection related cough then it will subside by 5-7 days.
So continue syrup and tablet for 5-7 days.
Along with these also tell him to drink plenty of fluids orally and do warm water gargles 5-6 times a day.
Don't worry, he will be alright with all these in 5-7 days.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your father. Thanks.
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What Causes Persistent Cough?

Brief Answer: If it is simple viral infection then it will take 5-7 days. Detailed Answer: Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic. I can understand your concern. If it is simple viral infection related cough then it will subside by 5-7 days. So continue syrup and tablet for 5-7 days. Along with these also tell him to drink plenty of fluids orally and do warm water gargles 5-6 times a day. Don't worry, he will be alright with all these in 5-7 days. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wishing good health to your father. Thanks.