Question
A one-year-old child weighing 26 pounds has recently had a cold, starting with sneezing and a runny nose. After taking Sensimol, the sneezing stopped, but the runny nose persisted. The child started coughing after stopping the medication, and the cough worsened the next day. The family has various medications including Children’s Tylenol syrup, Jiwei Qianghuu Granules, Shenwei Pharmaceutical’s Qingfei Huatan Cough Syrup, Baylie, Fulushi, Amoxicillin, Xiao Chaihu, and Tairui Ning. How should one choose the appropriate medication for treatment?
Answer
Coughing and runny nose are common symptoms of a cold. In this child’s case, it seems to be caused by a cold. The common cold is a viral disease, and treatment primarily focuses on symptomatic relief. When using expectorant syrups, please follow the instructions on the medication label. Generally speaking, it is important to pay attention to the dosage and frequency of administration to avoid taking too much or too little. If you have any doubts, it is recommended to consult a professional healthcare provider or pharmacist.