How to Handle Severe Cough, Lack of Appetite, and Poor Sleep

Question

A child has developed severe cough, loss of appetite, poor sleep quality, and a slight fever. The cough started three days after returning from an outdoor trip. The previous treatments included Sichuan Baihe Luohan Qingfei Granules and Ceftriaxone Granules, but the effects were not significant, and the child felt even more frail. In this situation, the parents hope to find the fastest and most effective treatment method or home remedy.

Answer

When a child exhibits cough and other discomforts, parents should treat the condition based on the cause, such as taking anti-inflammatory and antibacterial medications. Combin is a good choice, or address the child’s allergic constitution at its root. For expectoration and cough relief, under a doctor’s guidance, you can administer Snake Gall Sichuan Baihe Liquid or Sichuan Baihe Pipa Paste, but avoid self-medication with excessive doses or long-term use. During the day, give the child plenty of plain water or pear water to drink, maintain an appropriate temperature and humidity in the room; eat a light and easily digestible diet, give the child clockwise abdominal massage; and under a doctor’s guidance, you can also take some medications to regulate the spleen and stomach, and stabilize absorption function. The above suggestions are for the question “Severe cough, lack of appetite, poor sleep, Sichuan Baihe Luohan Qingfei Granules are not effective,” hoping it will be helpful to you. Wishing you health!