Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children4 years agoA. Cough and Cold should be treated only after a proper examination by a doctor after the exact cause is diagnosed.
As the first line of treatment you can give steam inhalation which would be helpful .
Cough Syrup should be Agiven only after a proper evaluation according to the type of cough self medication may not be so helpful so please consult your doctor once.
Dr Vandan H KumarFather of a 7 yr 4 m old boy4 years agoA. For cold you can give syp maxtra 2.5 ml to the child 2 times per day and try to prevent temperature variations around the child and give nasal saline drops every three hourly for nasal blockagef and simple cough and cold.
Go for home remedies like Tulsi Ginger water combination and turmeric with milk at least 2 times per day.
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