#asktheexperts which medicine best for cough

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Hello there ma’am please do not worry about it too much. Please give indirect steam to the baby. Also massage baby chest with lukewarm BabyHug mustard oil. You can alao rub kids Vaporub on kids clothes near chest area. Keep the baby warm at all times. You can also put saline drops in the nose of the baby.
Pleae give honey in lukewarm water to the baby. Also give Patanjali Shavasari syrup in lukewarm water to the baby. you can also give turmeric milk to the baby. 
Thanks and take care

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The best medicine for a cough depends on the type and cause of the cough. Here are some common types of cough and corresponding medications:

1. **Dry Cough:** For a dry, non-productive cough, antitussives such as dextromethorphan or codeine can help suppress the cough reflex.

2. **Cough with Phlegm (Productive Cough):** If you have a productive cough with mucus, expectorants like guaifenesin can help thin and loosen the mucus, making it easier to cough up.

3. **Cough due to Allergies:** Antihistamines such as loratadine or cetirizine can help alleviate cough caused by allergies.

4. **Cough due to Infection (e.g., Cold or Flu):** Over-the-counter cough syrups containing a combination of ingredients like guaifenesin, dextromethorphan, and sometimes pseudoephedrine can provide relief.

5. **Chronic Cough:** For persistent coughs lasting more than a few weeks, it's important to consult a doctor to determine the underlying cause, which may require specific treatment.

Always read the label and follow the instructions on any medication, and consult with a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and treatment recommendations based on your specific symptoms and medical history.