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My 6 months old baby has cough and cold

2017-10-31 09:23:14
We consulted a doctor and he suggested 2 syrup one for running nose ( delcon) and other one for cough ( Tuspel_. I have given it for 3 times now. One was yesterday morning, yesterday night and this morning. But still she has cough and running nose. What can I do now. Kindly suggest
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If mild,stop meds,give just steam inhalations 5-6 times a day,and paracetamol for fever if required. Use decongestant nasal drops for nasal block or increased cough on lying down.

Answered2017-11-03 13:34:23

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