Question
After taking cold relief granules, cefaclor, and Bai Bei cough syrup for my child’s cold for a week, there are occasional coughs with phlegm, nasal congestion, and yellow mucus. Concerned that the long-term use of anti-inflammatory medication might be harmful to the child, should I stop the medication and worry about it recurring?
Answer
Based on the symptoms described, if the current condition is well-controlled, you can discontinue cefaclor as it is an antibiotic and it is not recommended to use antibiotics prematurely, especially third-generation cephalosporins. It is suggested to continue taking the cold relief granules for another week as they are traditional Chinese medicine with minimal side effects. I hope my advice is helpful.