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Child Gets Cold And Cough Frequently, Prescribed With Lasma. Right Medicine?

My daughter is 1.4 yrs old. Last year he suffered from persistent cough and cold during the months of September very frequently . we went to Dr. and asked to give some medicine that would develop immune systme so that we can avoid frequent cough and cold. he prescribed some anti allergic tab like Lasma 4 mg so that she does not caught cough and cold frequently. please suggest if it is correct. It would be continue for three months.
Sat, 15 Jun 2013
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General & Family Physician,  's  Response
Hi and thanks for using this platform,

I think based on the clinical presentation you did present, the drug prescribed and the response under this therapy, I believe it is very appropriate. It implies the child has a hypersensitive or allergic state simply. generally as the child usually grows, frequency of episodes do fade out. However, generally measures like keeping the child warm and observing the child for any new abnormal findings allergic in nature and prompt reporting to her physician is a priority.

I suggest you stick to your physician, s advice. Failure to respond completely or resurgence could make you consult an allergist. But for now, I think you stay calm and observant.

Thanks once again and best regards,

Bain LE, MD.
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General & Family Physician,  Dr. Chirag Soni's  Response
Welcome to HCM.
Lasma contains montelukast and widely used in allergic rhinitis and other condition.
Treatment is right for cough and cold but not required to continue for three months according to me.You can give this medicine during episodes.
Start good nutritious food,protein diet to increase her immunity.
Don't give her chocolates,cold drink,oily food.
Keep in touch with your pediatrician.
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Child Gets Cold And Cough Frequently, Prescribed With Lasma. Right Medicine?

Hi and thanks for using this platform, I think based on the clinical presentation you did present, the drug prescribed and the response under this therapy, I believe it is very appropriate. It implies the child has a hypersensitive or allergic state simply. generally as the child usually grows, frequency of episodes do fade out. However, generally measures like keeping the child warm and observing the child for any new abnormal findings allergic in nature and prompt reporting to her physician is a priority. I suggest you stick to your physician, s advice. Failure to respond completely or resurgence could make you consult an allergist. But for now, I think you stay calm and observant. Thanks once again and best regards, Bain LE, MD.