What Other Methods Are There for Pediatric Cough Oral Medications?

Question

My baby is a premature infant, and I have been very worried about the child’s condition from the beginning. Recently, the child has been experiencing a series of situations, and I am very worried, fearing that the condition might worsen. What other methods are there if pediatric cough oral medications are not effective?

Answer

Oral antibiotics such as penicillin are relatively safe, with Amoxicillin Clavulanate Potassium (Strong Amoxicillin) being one option. It is recommended to carefully read the instructions before use and follow the “dosage and administration” guidelines. Regularly giving the child a leap or patting their back can enhance lung blood circulation and make sputum in the airways looser, easier to expel. The method of patting back is to have the sick child semi-reclining or held semi-reclining, with the parent using their five fingers slightly curled into a half-circle to gently tap the child’s back, alternating sides. The force of the taps should not be too strong, from top to bottom, from outside to inside, in order. Each side should be patted for 3 to 5 minutes, twice or three times a day. It is recommended to seek timely treatment if the pediatric cough condition is severe.