Suggest cure for a respiratory problem
Patient: Hello, I have a respiratory problem, I have a "cold" since 3 days now, no temperature, just dry cough and lack of energy, my nose is flowing.I took paracetamol one for 6 hours than since today i started to take 2 for 6 hours but not a change. I also took vitamin C 1000mg effervescent but I stopped since it was giving me headache . I am also Hiv positive but I am in a country where I cannot get specialized help so I was wondering if it is ok to take antibiotics and which ? thank you Doctor: Thanks for your question on Healthcare Magic.I can understand your concern. Possibility of viral upper respiratory tract infection (URTI) is more likely.So take following drugs. 1. Azithromycin 500mg once a day after breakfast for 5 days.2. Levocetrizine 5mg twice daily after food for 5 days.Along with drugs, also drink plenty of water, do steam inhalation and warm water gargles 5-6 times a day. You will mostly improve with all these in 5 days.If not improving then consult your doctor. Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further. Wish you good health. Thanks.