Question
My child frequently coughs. My son is five years old and has been coughing frequently recently, just a few coughs every few minutes (no other symptoms)! What medicine should the doctor prescribe for him? Thank you. Previous treatment and effectiveness: None Desired assistance: Please help me, thank you.
Answer
Coughing is usually caused by upper respiratory tract infection, although most cases are viral, and it’s also a common disease during infancy. You can give him some Otsuka Pediatric Lung Clearing Oral Liquid and Antiviral Oral Liquid. Also, combine treatment via food (TCM) with ingredients like fritillaria, almond, lily, pear, and rock sugar to make a soup, which has the effect of clearing the lungs and cooling the blood. During this period, make sure to drink plenty of water and eat fresh fruits and vegetables, and avoid spicy and irritating foods. Wishing your child a speedy recovery.