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What Causes Persistent Cough Despite Taking Medication?

Hi Doctors, My baby is 5 months old, and he is having cold and cough - running, stuffy nose and coughing. Right now we are giving him SINAREST AF 0.5 ml ( as per our last Pediatrician). I am trying to get some more help on relieving him from coughing and should we continue with SINAREST AF or change it.
Sat, 3 Sep 2016
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Hi Dear ,

Welcome to HCM.

Understanding your concern. As per your query you child have symptoms of persistent cough despite taking medications which is due to severe upper respiratory tract infection.

Need not to worry. I would suggest you to avoid giving cold beverages to child and give very mild steam inhalation. I would suggest you to consult pediatrician once without any delay. Doctor may order blood test, throat swab test and get an x ray of the chest. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics amoxicillin at least for 10 days along with mucolytic agents and Sinarest. Give child complete rest and give plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration.

Hope your concern has been resolved.

Get Well Soon.

Best Wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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What Causes Persistent Cough Despite Taking Medication?

Hi Dear , Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query you child have symptoms of persistent cough despite taking medications which is due to severe upper respiratory tract infection. Need not to worry. I would suggest you to avoid giving cold beverages to child and give very mild steam inhalation. I would suggest you to consult pediatrician once without any delay. Doctor may order blood test, throat swab test and get an x ray of the chest. Doctor may prescribe antibiotics amoxicillin at least for 10 days along with mucolytic agents and Sinarest. Give child complete rest and give plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best Wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari