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Continuous dry cough
I'm using 5 days dextromethorphan 10mg and cpm 4mg for dry cough as per my doctor prescription, my cough controlled upto 60% but my cousin he is also physician suggested not to use dextromethorphan instead of that medicine he recommends levocloperastine fendizoate syrup. Which i use
Both dextromethorphan + CPM and levocloperastine fendizoate are effective for dry cough but act differently. Dextromethorphan suppresses the cough reflex, while CPM manages allergies, making it suitable for a wide range of dry coughs, though it may cause drowsiness. Levocloperastine directly reduces the cough reflex with fewer sedative effects, ideal for persistent or irritant coughs. Since your current treatment shows 60% improvement, you can complete the 5-day course unless side effects occur. Switch to levocloperastine only if the cough persists or is poorly controlled. Always consult your prescribing doctor before making changes to ensure proper management.
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Dextromethophqm- non opioid cough suppressant and have actions on both central and peripheral cough receptor for suppression of cough . Takes a little longer to produce results compared to other medication . Causes sedation as a side effect .
Whereas levocloperastine is an antitussive ( cough suppressant) which acts only on central receptors , and the actions of the medication occur faster and less seductive compared to others .
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Either complete your course of treatment with dextro and consult a general physician for further evaluation. If the sedation is a bit more means consider levocloperstine after proper consultation.
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Try stream inhalation and saline nebuliser as it can sooth the coughing
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-According to your query and sign and symptom you want to know about the cause and Treatment of disease as you have mentioned as above as -
-Please take consultation for better evaluation and best Treatment as it need complete history of patient as personal and family history.
Please follow good life style as
• take plenty of fluid and
• take less spicy and fatty foods and
• take home made food only and
do exercise regularly with yoga and meditation and
• keep positive attitude to fight any disease and any problem of your life .
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Steam inhalation *3 times(for 10 to 15 minutes at a time)
Saline water gargle *3 times(5min at once)
Keep drinking lukewarm water.
If any gastritis issue you can take antacid/medicines or connect with me for further help.
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