Question
How can I address the coughing issue in a 9-month-old baby caused by throat discomfort? The baby has been taking ceftriaxone for a few days, but the coughing symptoms are still present.
Answer
It is recommended to monitor the baby’s coughing condition. If the symptoms do not improve or worsen, stop the medication and consult a doctor promptly. When taking anti-inflammatory medication, be aware of potential side effects and drug resistance. If there is no pain in the throat and blood counts are not elevated, consider stopping the medication for a period of time and using lung-cooling and blood-cooling drugs for treatment. It is also very important to ensure adequate fluid intake.