What treatment is suggested for cough & wheezing problem?
Patient: Hai sir, suffering with cough and wheezing since from last three months back, telekast-l tablet 10 mg prescribed for me daily once, for 1 month ,after stopping the tablet, cough persists so iam taking same tablet whether it is safe for long duration. please guide what to do Doctor: thanks for asking your questionI completely understand your question cough of long duration and associated rhinitis can be seen in diseases like allergic rhinitis , sinusitis , post nasal drip and cough alone for longbduration can be seen in tuberculosis and cough with wheeze can be aeen in bronchial asthmaso now u need to consult a pulmonologist who can request for a sputum afb , chest xray and a spirometry if needed .this will render you safe and all yhe diseases which are a possibility can be ruled out no need to panic continue with the treatment , the drug you mentioned can easily taken for a long duration , dont worrythanks / regards feel free to ask more questions may god bless you with good health