Cough Without Phlegm or Fever: How to Treat It?

Question

For three days, I have been coughing without any phlegm or fever. How should I treat it?

Answer

Dry cough, characterized by a lack of phlegm or very little phlegm, is common in the early stages of acute pharyngitis, acute tracheitis, pleurisy, and mild pulmonary tuberculosis. Currently available medications for treating dry cough include Kehaiqing, Meikang syrup, Kekaihao, and Compound Licorice Tablets.