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How To Heal Cough And Cold In A 5 Months Old Child?

my child is 5 months old . he has a severe cough and cold . doctors suggested to use azithral jr drops - 12 drops two times a day . kidivent -12 drops , 3 times a day . vacant quick - 2 drops 2 times a day , childryl rub . these seems a overdose to me . is that ok
Sat, 3 May 2014
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Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic. sorry to say this but I too feel its too many drugs for a 5 month old. 1st of all I don't see any need for an antibiotic (Azithral) and I would also like to insist on the fact that 95% of childhood illnesses are viral and will spontaneously settle in 5-7 days. Unless your kid is excessively breathless or having anxious look on the face which is also called air hunger...I don't think you should worry. I suggest only single non-combination anti-allergic drops and nasal saline decongestants. Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Health care magic are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish you good health.
Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed).,
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How To Heal Cough And Cold In A 5 Months Old Child?

Hi...Thank you for consulting in Health Care magic. sorry to say this but I too feel its too many drugs for a 5 month old. 1st of all I don t see any need for an antibiotic (Azithral) and I would also like to insist on the fact that 95% of childhood illnesses are viral and will spontaneously settle in 5-7 days. Unless your kid is excessively breathless or having anxious look on the face which is also called air hunger...I don t think you should worry. I suggest only single non-combination anti-allergic drops and nasal saline decongestants. Hope my answer was helpful for you. I am happy to help any time. Further clarifications and consultations on Health care magic are welcome. If you do not have any clarifications, you can close the discussion and rate the answer. Wish you good health. Dr. Sumanth MBBS., DCH., DNB (Paed).,