Question
What medicine should a child take for a cough to get better quickly?
Answer
For children with phlegm and cough, it is advisable to start with expectorant treatment early on, such as Western medicine containing ambroxol hydrochloride or traditional Chinese medicine containing Chuan Bei ingredients. Once the phlegm is expelled, the cough will naturally diminish. For coughs accompanied by wheezing, it is important to address the asthma first before considering cough suppressants. The best asthma treatment would be cough syrup containing clenbuterol hydrochloride. It is not advisable to simply suppress the cough first, as this may worsen the condition or lead to airway obstruction. In summary, parents should not administer medication blindly and should follow the doctor’s advice promptly to avoid delaying the child’s recovery. If a child has a cough after a cold with fever, parents should first distinguish between dry cough and wet cough. Dry cough may indicate a slight inflammation in the throat, so it is recommended to drink more water, which may help resolve the issue quickly.