Question
A two-year-old child has clear nasal discharge, sneezing, normal body temperature, slight cough, nasal congestion, good spirits, normal bowel movements, good deep sleep, and has been feeling cold for three days. The child has been taking pediatric paracetamol and chlorphenamine granules without effect. Seeking appropriate medication advice.
Answer
Medications differ greatly from those used for adults, and it is not advisable to give children adult cold medications as these drugs may inhibit the child’s bone marrow hematopoietic system, affecting the production and growth of blood cells, leading to decreased white blood cells and granulocytopenia, which can lower immunity. It is recommended that parents take their child to the hospital for a follow-up visit and use medications under the guidance of a doctor. At the same time, it is advisable to have the child drink plenty of water, get adequate rest, eat more vegetables and fruits, and maintain smooth bowel movements to enhance their physical condition and resistance.