What is the medication for cold and cough during winter?
Patient: hello sir, My son is 1.5 yrs old and he is suffering from cough and cold. Last year also in winters he got the problem of bronchitis and this year from starting only he is suffering from cold. can u suggest me something which i can use the whole winter to avoid cough and cold and also the problem of bronchitis? Doctor: Hi,Thank you for asking question on health care magic.Stem inhalation at once daily if possible.Local instillation of saline nasal drops 2-3 times daily.Zn-20 syrup 5 ml daily may prevent repeated colds and cough.You may try Flucold syrup 3 times daily for relief of cold.Karvol applicap to be squeezed on a hand kerchief and pin it to his garments so that he will be inhaling the smell continuously.Hope this answer will serve your purpose.Keep the child warm and avoid exposure to cold atmosphere,cold foods and cold drinks.Please feel free to ask any more queries if requiredTake careDr.M.V.Subrahmanyam MD;DCHAssociate professor of pediatrics