Question
What medication should a child take for coughing?
Answer
Coughing could indicate inflammation in the respiratory tract, possibly due to a cold that developed after catching a chill. Oral medications that clear the lungs and cool the blood can be effective for treatment. Rifampin may cause gastrointestinal reactions, leading to nausea and dry vomiting, so it can be discontinued. Oral cephalosporin anti-inflammatory medications are also quite effective.