Dr Vandan H KumarFather of a 7 yr 4 m old boy1 Year agoA. cough and cold medicine is given according to the requirement and examination so do not give any medicine without medical consultation.
if given without consultation coughing medicine can aggravate the problem.
you can go for home remedies like tulsi ginger (honey is added when child is more than 1 year of age) combination which can be diluted with water and given frequently to the child.
also you can give turmeric with milk one or two times everyday.
give warm water to drink as well as nasal saline drops frequently. give warm diet
try to prevent temperature variations around the child that is from hot to cold and cold to hot environment .
it is important to follow the instructions and medicines course given by your doctor for the problem .
they are safe if given by registered medical practitioner. do not undertake medicines or medical procedures not prescribed / guided by thed doctor.
take a follow up in few days if it is not improving for need of treatment modification
RashmiMom of a 11 yr old girl1 Year agoA. Yes if it has been suggested by the doctor you can use any basic medicine for your child and it would be good only but prior to you decide to give any medicine it’s always good to check with your paediatrician they give you the right right guidance for the medicines
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