What is the best medication for a child's cough?
Disease description:
My child has had a dry cough for some time, and there has been little improvement after taking some cold medicine. I would like to ask what medications are generally effective for children's coughs?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
There are various types of cough medicines for children. Commonly used medications for children's cough include:
1. Cough caused by upper respiratory tract infection is generally due to throat itching, which can be relieved by oral administration of Loratadine or Chlorpheniramine Maleate.
2. If the condition has progressed to bronchitis or pneumonia, cough is usually accompanied by phlegm or wheezing. In such cases, while taking anti-infective medications, cough suppressants, expectorants, and anti-asthmatic medications such as Ambroxol Terbutaline Oral Solution and Xiao'er Kechuanling Granules can also be administered.
3. During the recovery phase, antitussive and lung-moistening medicines such as Runfei Paste may be taken.
4. Common medications for nebulization inhalation therapy include Budesonide and Salbutamol.
Medication should be taken under the guidance of a qualified physician.
