Question
How to treat a child’s allergic cough in Taiwan?
Answer
In Taiwan, the treatment of a child’s allergic cough should avoid the excessive use of antibiotics and steroids. First and foremost, identifying the allergen is crucial, which can be determined through allergen testing and then desensitization therapy can be adopted. In terms of medication, antihistamines such as Chlorpheniramine or Ketotifen, as well as bronchodilators like Salbutamol or Theophylline, can be used. Parents should be properly aware of children’s allergic cough to avoid unnecessary use of cold medications, which may lead to other side effects.