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Mom of a 8 yr 8 m old girl3 years ago

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My 5 year old girl is frequently getting cold and cough…and taking antibiotic for past 6 months more often Any sideeffects?

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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 expectorant bronchodilators or antitussives medicine which shokould be given only after a proper evaluation by the doctor according to the type ohf cough. if fever is there paracetamol can be given to reduce the fever and the dose can be repeated after 6 hours again if required .

Kalindi BhavsarMom of a 8 yr 2 m old boy3 years ago

A. Hi mommy Give turmeric milk twice daily Consult with your doctor in person for proper physical examination and treatment Try alternative therapy like homeopathic medicine It will correct soon No need to worry

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