What medication should be taken for chronic bronchitis during lactation?
In general, if chronic bronchitis occurs during lactation, treatment may include antibiotics, antiviral drugs, cough suppressants, expectorants, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), as directed by a physician. Self-medication should be avoided to prevent potential adverse effects on the infant. Specific treatments are analyzed as follows:
1. Antibiotics
Chronic bronchitis is a chronic nonspecific inflammation of the trachea, bronchial mucosa, and surrounding tissues. If caused by bacterial infection, antibiotics such as Penicillin V Potassium Tablets, Azithromycin Tablets, or Erythromycin Tablets may be used under medical supervision.
2. Antiviral Drugs
However, if the condition is caused by a viral infection, antiviral medications such as Oseltamivir Phosphate Capsules, Lianhua Qingwen Capsules, or Pudilan Xiaoyan Tablets may be used as directed by a physician, with the aim of minimizing impact on the infant.
3. Cough Suppressants
Patients with chronic bronchitis commonly experience coughing. If symptoms are significant, cough suppressants such as Compound Liquorice Tablets, Chuanbei Pipa Syrup, or Tongxuan Lifei Oral Liquid may be used under medical guidance to help alleviate symptoms.
4. Expectorants
If excessive phlegm is present in the throat, expectorant therapy using drugs such as Bromhexine Hydrochloride Tablets, Acetylcysteine Granules, or Compound Fresh Bamboo Extract Liquid may be administered under a doctor’s advice to relieve discomfort.
5. Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs)
If fever develops due to chronic bronchitis and body temperature exceeds 38.5°C, antipyretic treatment with medications such as Paracetamol Tablets, Ibuprofen Suspension, or Diclofenac Sodium Enteric-Coated Tablets may be used as prescribed.
During medication, it is important to maintain healthy lifestyle habits and avoid consuming spicy or irritating foods such as Sichuan pepper, chili peppers, and garlic, which may hinder recovery.
