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Baby's cough

2026-01-16 14:20:06
My baby is g6pd deficient he is suffering from cough past 2-3days any medicine suggestions?last night i used vicks babyrub is it harmful for him ?
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I totally understand your concern. Before suggesting treatment, I would like to ask a few questions to ensure the correct management can be provided. Contact me on Practo or WhatsApp chat. Contact number: 97012307 two nine Dr. G. Avinash MBBS, MD (Pediatrics) Fellowship in Neonatology

Answered2026-01-18 11:01:29

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U don’t mentioned severity of cough ?? Depends on this we suggest medicines
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But try — saline nebulization- morning afternoon night for 1 day
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Then contact me on Practo

Answered2026-01-18 03:06:30

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I need to ask few more questions before answering your query. Early consultations can prevent complications. Kindly contact me on whatsapp chat  (84960595 six five) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS , PGPN (BOSTON), Neonatology fellow ( Newborn and vaccination specialist )

Answered2026-01-17 14:51:51

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Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment

Answered2026-01-18 07:30:28

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Can consider normal saline Nebulisation three times a day for 3days

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