How to treat cold and cough in children

Apr 17, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

The baby has had a cold for the past few days, and after coming home from school today, a cough was noticed. I would like to know how to treat it?

Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng

If a child's cold and cough are caused by a viral infection, antiviral medications may be used under a doctor's guidance. Commonly used medications include Ribavirin Granules, Lanqin Oral Liquid, etc. If the infection is bacterial, antibiotics can be used to control the infection, such as Amoxicillin and Clavulanate Potassium Granules, Cefaclor Granules, etc.