Question
What to do about a child’s cough? The one-year-old started coughing on Wednesday and has been taking pediatric cold granules for two days. On Friday, we went to the hospital for a plaster and took Qing Xuan Qing Fei granules, but the coughing still wakes the baby up. Is the medicine not effective? Could you please help look at the medical record to see what kind of pediatric medicine is mentioned? Thank you.
Answer
Based on your description of the situation, considering the possibility of your child having an upper respiratory tract infection, the treatment is mainly symptomatic, with attention to nursing care. For irritating coughs, you can take a compound licorice mixture. If phlegm is thick, you can use ambroxol. At the same time, drink warm water in small amounts frequently and eat a light diet while ensuring adequate rest. You can consult the treating physician for the names of the drugs mentioned in the medical record.