How to deal with cough and cold?

2 Answers

Dr Sameer awadhiyaGuardian of 2 children3 years ago

A. Cough along with Cold most of the time is a viral illness and it needs supportive care along with proper hydration. you can give steam inhalation which is very useful . cough needs to be treated with anti allergic and expgectorant bronchodilators or antitussives medicine which should be given only after a proper evaluation by the doctor according to the type of cough. if fever isv there paracetamol can be given to reduce the fever and the dose can be repeated after 6 hours again if required .

Shilpa SalwanMom of 2 children3 years ago

A. as a parent you would first try to get rid of cough and cold which is completely normal and medication is the ideal thing to go head with so you can always speak with your pediatrician and consult what medication is required for cough and cold for your child apart from this as a home remedy which I use for my children even till date is I take a potli of warm long 4 to 5 to Tej patta and one tablespoon of ajwain which is roasted and turned Black on the tower I put it in a potli or a handkerchief and then give the worms of it which is variable by the child on the chest nose and forehead of the little one if the child is not ready to take its home you can always keep the sportaly near the pillow of your little one this will help a lot in melting the congestion for mucus inside the body and will give very quick relief however you will have to reheart this mixture 5 to 6 times a day so that it effectiveness comes to recognition