Question
My baby is 10 and a half months old and has a cold with severe coughing. After taking Ziquan Pill, Erythromycin, and Pediatric Dispersible Cough Liquid for two days, the symptoms improved, but they recurred and were worse than before after stopping the medication. What should be done?
Answer
Coughing is a defensive response to clear foreign objects from the respiratory tract. Mild coughing is usually harmless to the body, but severe coughing may require treatment. There are many causes of coughing, including respiratory tract inflammation, foreign objects, compression, and allergic reactions. The medications for coughing are mainly divided into three categories: antitussives, expectorants, and bronchodilators. When treating coughing, it is first necessary to determine the cause and then choose the appropriate medication for symptomatic treatment. Discontinuing medication or improper switching of medication can increase resistance and should be done under the guidance of a doctor.