Question
The baby has a cough, nasal congestion, and indigestion with fever. The baby has a runny nose, a slightly red throat, and indigestion (loose stools with visible food residue). The breathing sound is rough. The baby is fine during dinner time and has good spirits. At night, the cough worsens. The baby does not cough when falling asleep but has a severe cough when getting into bed in the morning. The baby coughs occasionally during the day. Half a month ago, the baby coughed twice and went to the hospital for a check-up. The doctor said everything was fine and prescribed an antibiotic (cefixime dispersible tablets). The baby is currently taking clarithromycin granules, Pulilekang, Erjiao Qingre Granules for Children, and promethazine.
Answer
- General treatment includes adequate rest, drinking plenty of water, and avoiding inhaling irritant gases.
- Symptomatic treatment can include oral amoxicillin (500mg, 3-4 times a day) or roxithromycin (150mg, twice a day) for those without fever or elevated white blood cell count.