What is the most effective way to treat a child's cough?
Disease description:
My child is six years old this year. Recently, he has been experiencing an itchy throat and frequent coughing, especially severe at night. Doctor, what is the most effective treatment for a child's cough?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
There are various treatments for children's cough, but the most effective approach often needs to be tailored according to the underlying cause and symptoms. The following are some commonly used and effective treatment methods:
1. Nebulizer inhalation therapy: For cough caused by respiratory tract infections, such as acute bronchitis and bronchopneumonia, nebulizer inhalation of medications like budesonide and terbutaline sulfate can significantly relieve cough symptoms and are relatively safe.
2. Use of expectorant and antitussive medications: If a child's cough is accompanied by noticeable increased phlegm, expectorant and antitussive medications such as ambroxol ambroxol oral solution or ambroxol oral solution may be used to help expel phlegm and reduce coughing.
3. Etiological treatment: Treat the underlying cause of the cough—for example, using antibiotics for bacterial infections, antiviral drugs for viral infections, and avoiding allergens and administering antiallergic medications for allergy-induced cough.
4. Daily care: Keeping indoor air fresh and ensuring adequate water intake can help alleviate cough symptoms.
