What should I do if my child has a cough and runny nose?
Disease description:
My cousin's child has been coughing and having a runny nose recently. I would like to ask, what should be done for a child with cough and runny nose?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
Pediatric cough and runny nose can be treated with medication. It may be caused by catching a chill due to inadequate warmth, and patients can take Ganmao Shufeng Granules orally under a doctor's guidance. It could also result from a viral infection due to the child's low immunity, in which case patients may take Ribavirin Granules orally as directed by a physician. Additionally, it might be caused by bronchitis, and patients can take Cefixime Granules orally under medical supervision; however, this medication is only suitable for children over six months of age.
