Inquiry
Recently, the baby had a high fever with no other symptoms, and the fever subsided after taking antipyretics. However, she started coughing soon afterward, especially at night, which was more severe. The cough was dry and mild. Ceftriaxone and Pulicough Compound were administered, but there was no significant effect. Blood tests were taken at the hospital, and the doctor diagnosed it as a viral cough and prescribed azithromycin. Concerned about the side effects of azithromycin, inquiring if there are other safe and effective drug alternatives.
Answer
Azithromycin is relatively safe; apart from adjusting the dose for patients with impaired liver function, it does not have significant adverse reactions. Possible side effects include gastrointestinal discomfort, which will disappear after stopping the medication. Since azithromycin is not the first choice and ceftriaxone has also been ineffective, it is recommended to consider using amoxicillin.