Question
The child is five months old and has been frequently suffering from dry cough in recent days, with occasional vomiting and green stools. Can I give the child ‘Huluwa’ brand infant health granules? Also, thank you for the information provided on the afternoon of the day before yesterday, when the child started having clear nasal discharge and vomiting. What previous treatments and effectiveness have there been? What assistance is needed now? Can the child take the infant health granules? Can it be taken with Paracetamol and Chlorphenamine granules? Should it be taken before or after meals?
Answer
Based on your description, the child may have an upper respiratory infection, which is usually caused by a viral infection. Treatment should include antiviral therapy and symptomatic relief. You can give the child the two medications you mentioned and consider adding additional antiviral medications such as Ribavirin granules and Qingkailing granules, as appropriate. Please note that the child’s current symptoms may require a professional doctor’s diagnosis and treatment.